Journal of clinical and medical case reports of surgery

Research Article

Understanding Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening in Underserved Populations: Insights from Student Run Free Clinics

Samuel Kim & Xiang-Ping Chu

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause of cancer-related mortality among U.S. adults under age 50. Despite the availability of effective screening tools, disparities in CRC screening persist—particularly among individuals facing socioeconomic disadvantage, limited healthcare access, and structural barriers. Student-run free clinics (SRFCs) often serve these vulnerable populations, yet little is known about CRC screening awareness and behavior within these settings. This study aimed to assess CRC-related knowledge, attitudes, and barriers among patients at SRFCs in Kansas City, Missouri, and Pontiac, Michigan

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Normalization of Left Anterior Descending Artery Fractional Flow Reserve after Minimally Invasive Unroofing of a Myocardial Bridge - Case Report

Ferdi Akca

Myocardial bridging (MB) of the coronary artery is often an incidental finding during a coronary angiogram (CAG) and is generally regarded as an anatomically benign variant without significant clinical consequences. In MB, a segment of the epicardial coronary artery may dive into the myocardium for any length and may reappear on the epicardial surface [2,3]. The coronary artery most affected is the left anterior descending artery (LAD), with rates of 70% to 98%.

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Multidisciplinary Management of a Post-Lobectomy Bronchopleural Fistula Using Endobronchial Stent and Dual Muscle Flaps (Pectoralis Major and Serratus Anterior): A Case Report

Sara Degiovanni

Bronchopleural fistula (BPF) is a rare but serious complication of pulmonary resection. Its clinical impact depends on: timing of onset, size, underlying cause and patient’s condition. Management of BPF is complex and ranges from conservative and endoscopic techniques to extensive surgical procedures. A multidisciplinary approach is essential for optimal treatment planning.

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Hoffa’s Fat Pad Loose Body: An Unusual Cause of Knee Pain

Daniel Roos

A 71-year-old male was referred to his orthopaedic surgeon with 6 months of sharp pain antero-laterally in the right knee, catching on flexion/extension, like having a “pebble” in the joint. It was exacerbated on hill climb and worse after a recent volleyball match, requiring frequent paracetamol and meloxicam for analgesia. He reported no “locking” of the knee. There was a history of significant anterior compression trauma to that knee 15-years previously from losing his footing while running upstairs. This was not investigated at the time and the injury settled conservatively, although there were subsequent episodes of moderate pain and swelling following vigorous exercise, managed with physiotherapy and analgesia.

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Journal of Clinical and Medical Case Reports of Surgery