CHSU Discovery

Abstract Background: “No-show rate” refers to the percentage of scheduled appointments that patients did not attend.The process of reducing a clinic’s no-show rate often begins with identifying patients’ reasons for not atten…

Abstract: Caffeine is a widely consumed stimulant present in coffee, tea, chocolate, and energy drinks. Not only does caffeine improve mood and relief from headaches, but also it is linked to reduction of risk strokes, Parkinson's, and Alzheime…

AbstractBackground: Youth sports are increasingly shifting towards a “pay to play” model in which financial barriers exist for participation. There is limited research that examines the accessibility of Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) baske…

Abstract Psychiatric conditions often have variable presentations, especially as many of these disorders have similar symptoms and significant comorbidity. Multiple psychiatric disorders occurring concurrently are often mistaken as a single disease …

Background: The imperative role of dietary interventions in managing chronic diseases is well-established, yet medical school graduates often feel ill-equipped to provide nutritional guidance to patients. In response, California Health Sciences Univ…

Abstract A spontaneous hemopneumothorax (SHP) has been defined as the accumulation of at least 400 mL of blood in the pleural cavity in association with a spontaneous pneumothorax. The incidence of SHP has been reported to be around 1-12% of all spo…

Abstract:A literature review was performed which found that many patients with cervixes face financial, cultural, and language barriers when accessing cervical cancer screenings1. The most significant concerns reported by patients regarding access t…

Abstract:Introduction: Large bowel obstruction (LBO) is a less common cause of bowel obstruction, butit has a broad range of differentials. The most common etiology in the United States is colorectaladenocarcinoma. Patient presentation includes diff…

Abstract:  Coccidioidomycosis, commonly known as Valley Fever, is a fungal infection endemic to the Central Valley, often manifesting as pneumonia. While disseminated forms of the disease are rare, they can present extra-pulmonary manifestation…

Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) has been recognized as a rare complication following infection with SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19). We report a case of GBS in a 69-year-old male with negative saliva test, but positive COVID serology. Considering that there wer…

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…

Amongst 40% of population with SLE who test positive for Antiphospholipid antibodies (aPL) only 7-15% of the patients develop Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome. Repeat aPL after a duration of 12 or more weeks and lack of continuity of care can some…

Abstract Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally. Incidence rates among individuals under 50 years are rising, which has led to the lowering of the recommended screening age from 50 to 45 years for those at an av…

Diabetes has been an increasing public health concern. Clinical trials from Community Diabetes Education led by community healthcare workers have been a cost-effective way of reducing diabetes complications in Mexican Americans. Culturally tailored …

Abstract This quality improvement study targets the critical issue of annual diabetic foot exam compliance in a residency clinic, set against the backdrop of rising lower extremity amputations among diabetic patients nationally. In California alone,…

Hypertriglyceridemia (HTG): triglyceride levels ≥ 150 mg/dL • HTG is associated with an increased risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and pancreatitis • ~20% acute pancreatitis cases result from severe HTG ( > 500 mg/dL) &…

Abstract This case study focuses on a woman in her late fifties with past medical history of recurrent childhood respiratory and skin infections presenting to the pulmonology clinic with dyspnea and wheezing only partially relieved with inhalers and…

Abstract One of the most fascinating and perplexing chronic pain syndromes is Complex Regional Pain Syndrome(CRPS). Patients exposed to minor trauma or injury present with a syndrome marked by persistent, disproportionate, and progressive pain. Whil…

Abstract Central California is among the world’s largest producers of nutrient-rich foods, yet this region sees higherrates of pediatric obesity compared to the national average. This study aims to analyze pediatric patient data in a rural agr…

Abstract:The mitochondria are dynamic, vital, maternally-inherited organelles with their own genome(mtDNA) that function as the powerhouse of the cell and as a signaling hub regulating various physiological processes including programmed cell death …