CHSU Discovery

Abstract Timely post-hospitalization mental health follow-up is essential for patient recovery, yet many individuals in California's Central Valley face significant barriers to accessing these services. Cultural, socioeconomic, and educational facto…

Abstract Gastric carcinoma remains a major global health concern concern, with over 769,000 deaths worldwide in 2020.¹ Prognosis has a 5-year survival >50% in localized disease and <1 year in distant metastases.² In advanced stages, …

Abstract There is a prevalence of chronic wounds in the United States affecting over 6 million people. Many factors contribute to this high prevalence, including lack of education on when to seek care for their wounds, contributing to the high preva…

In California’s Central Valley, there are approximately 12,000 children living with epilepsy. Studies show that the adolescent/young adult (AYA) population benefits from transition programs and social support groups. For children under the car…

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 …

Medical students are under increased stress due to the rigorous curriculum, leading to a higher risk of burnout and poor mental health. Physical activity (PA) is a proven stress-reduction strategy that medical students may use to improve overall hea…

AbstractTotal laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) is a common minimally invasive surgery; rising obesity rates prompt investigation into how body mass index (BMI) affects surgical outcomes, especially among underrepresented populations like transgender …

Abstract:Introduction and Background: Limited data exist on the epidemiology and prevalenceof various etiologies of pediatric esophageal dysphagia (PED).Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is commonly used as the standard diagnosticprocedure in pediatr…

Abstract Though early detection of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has been shown to improve outcomes, families can face extraordinarily long wait times for an ASD evaluation. The average delay between developmental screening and ASD diagnosis was fo…

Abstract:Introduction: CVID is the most common primary immunodeficiency in adults. It is defined aspoor response to vaccines and low immunoglobulins, excluding other causes. Paradoxically,one of the most common complications of CVID is autoimmunity …

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…

Background:Conduct disorder (CD) refers to a collection of adolescent behavioral and emotional disorders that present with a six-month history of socially unacceptable mannerisms such as hostility, aggression, and violation of established rules. Tot…

Abstract: The prevalence of Staphylococcus aureus infections in the postoperative setting, particularly in joint arthroplasties, presents a persistent challenge worldwide. Despite the use of various antibiotic regimens as the primary treatment appro…

Abstract • Chronic metabolic diseases are major drivers of rising U.S. healthcare expenditures, with approximately 90% of annual medical costs linked to these conditions, largely due to escalating medication dependence1,2.• …

Abstract Breast Cancer, the most common type of cancer in women, is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in women. Furthermore, 1 in 8 women, about 12%, will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. In the case …

Abstract Selma, CA is one of the most underprivileged and under-served communities in America. Furthermore,rural populations are at higher risk of developing hypertension (HTN), and its corollary diabetes. In this study, we seek to identify social f…

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, and body ac…