CHSU Discovery

Abstract Herpes Zoster (Shingles) results from the reactivation of latent Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) residing in the dorsal root ganglia and typically presents as a painful, unilateral vesicular rash across affected dermatomes. Immunocompromised i…

Abstract: Introduction: Hypertriglyceridemia associated acute pancreatitis is a disease lacking a standardized management approach. The objective of this study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a continuous intravenous insulin infusion ord…

  Abstract Hypertension remains a significant health concern in California’s Central Valley, particularly in King County, which ranks among the highest for cardiovascular mortality. To improve hypertension management, Aria Health, a fe…

Abstract Coccidioidomycosis is a fungal infection endemic to the southwestern United States, caused by Coccidioides immitis or C. posadasii (1). While often self-limiting, presentation maybe variable, particularly in diabetic and immu…

Abstract Breast cancer screening (BCS) rates are below the Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) baseline target of 75th percentile in Central Valley (California). Breast cancer is the leading cancer diagnosis for women in the Un…

AbstractThe patient population at United Health Centers (UHC) Bullard in Fresno experiencesbarriers to seeking mental health resources such as lack of awareness regardingavailable resources, cultural stigma, financial constraints, lack of transporta…

AbstractPhotobiomodulation (PBM) is a non-invasive treatment modality that utilizes lightto induce intracellular changes in target tissue, leading to therapeutic effects. Thechromophore Cytochrome C Oxidase (CCO) plays a key role by absorbing light …

Background: With the prevalence of obesity, hypertension, and the convenience of unhealthy eating choices, Type II Diabetes is a growing disease that has affected millions of Americans, both young and old. Nutrition is a major component in improving…

Abstract   Non-medical CHSU (California Health Sciences University) staff were assessed on their knowledge of basic wound hygiene. Non-medical CHSU staff were provided with an educational pamphlet designed by the research team that deta…

Background:COVID-19, also known as SARS-CoV-2, is a novel coronavirus that has had a profound impact on the healthcare field. While it is primarily a respiratory infection that commonly presents with symptoms such as dry cough, shortness of breath, …

Abstract:Introduction and Background: Functional constipation is defined by infrequent difficultbowel movements, often manifested by fecal incontinence and withholding behaviors. Incontrast, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) presents a wider range of s…

Abstract Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) is increasingly prevalent and burdensome, affecting 1 in 10 people in the United States and approximately 49% of all adults in Fresno County as of 2016. T2D pathophysiology is characterized by insulin resistan…

Abstract: Ultrasound-guided pericapsular nerve group (PENG) blocks are a type of regional nerve block that has gained increasing popularity for providing effective analgesia in patients with hip fractures. This retrospective case series evaluated th…

Abstract: Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) represents neoplasms characterized by myelopoiesis with altered differentiation. Patients with MDS often present with cytopenias including anemia and thrombocytopenia. Here, we present a case of MDS in t…

Abstract Existing literature is limited on the efficacy and compliance of COVID-19 vaccines. Most current research studies were trials, which limited access to higher analysis studies to develop a project’s aim. To solidify the understanding o…

Abstract:This comprehensive literature review addresses the scarcity and limited study ofhypotension treatments compared to abundant antihypertensive drugs. Hypotension,categorized as absolute, relative, or orthostatic, has diverse causes. This revi…

• Hyperkalemia (K+ > 5.5 mmol/L) is a serious electrolyte abnormality which may cause life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias.• Pharmacological management of hyperkalemia includes the administration of agents to (1) stabilize car…

Abstract In this ongoing cross-sectional study, a survey was created to record the symptoms of patients with fibromyalgia (FM) severity, including chronic pain, chronic fatigue, and sleep disturbances, on a scale from 0 (no symptom) to 10 (worst int…

Abstract  Introduction: The treatment for pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) is 4 months of rifampin, isoniazid, pyrazinamide, and ethambutol (RIPE) followed by 2 months of rifampin and isoniazid only (RI). Anti-TB drugs and TB can both cause encephal…

Background: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) each affect many children1, and the two conditions often have overlap in symptoms2. Lack of provider knowledge and comfort in treating TBI in ASD patients could be a barrier…