Journal of advanced nursing
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This paper is a report of an integrative review conducted to critically analyse the contemporary use of qualitative case study methodology in nursing research. ⋯ Judicious selection and diligent application of literature review methods promote the development of nursing science. Case study is becoming entrenched in the nursing research lexicon as a well-accepted methodology for studying phenomena in health and social care, and its growing use warrants continued appraisal to promote nursing knowledge development. Attention to all case study elements, process and publication is important in promoting authenticity, methodological quality and visibility.