reviewBMC Medical Research MethodologyJun 27, 2011GOLD OA

The case study approach

SCSarah CroweKCKathrin CresswellARAnn RobertsonGHGuro HubyAAAnthony Avery

University of Nottingham · University of Edinburgh

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Abstract

The case study approach allows in-depth, multi-faceted explorations of complex issues in their real-life settings. The value of the case study approach is well recognised in the fields of business, law and policy, but somewhat less so in health services research. Based on our experiences of conducting several health-related case studies, we reflect on the different types of case study design, the specific research questions this approach can help answer, the data sources that tend to be used, and the particular advantages and disadvantages of employing this methodological approach. The paper concludes with key pointers to aid those designing and appraising proposals for conducting case study research, and a…

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