Reporting qualitative research: stepwise guidelines for researchers

Qualitative research is complex and multifaceted, encompassing diverse methods and epistemological approaches. Standardized reporting frameworks, such as COREQ, SRQR, and ENTREQ, provide structured guidelines to enhance transparency and rigor in communicating research processes and findings. These frameworks help readers understand the phenomenon under study, assess the quality of the research, and offer researchers a starting point for writing. However, given the richness and variability of qualitative research, a "one-size-fits-all" approach may be limiting. Instead, existing standards should be utilized as flexible tools to effectively convey the depth and nuances of qualitative studies. This presentation underscores the importance of adopting tailored reporting frameworks to ensure clarity and credibility in qualitative research.