Alexander Samone, Georgies Marina M, Alcolea Tamayo Yoelbis, Abeysekera Maria
College of Medicine, California Northstate University College of Medicine, Elk Grove, USA.
Department of Family Medicine, Saint Agnes Medical Center, Fresno, USA.
Cureus. 2024 Dec 14;16(12):e75716. doi: 10.7759/cureus.75716. eCollection 2024 Dec.
Melanoma is a malignant disorder of the skin that originates from melanocytes. It is the most aggressive of the skin malignancies. This case study presents a unique case of a 52-year-old male gardener with melanoma on the plantar side of his foot, which progressed to a large ulcer. Delayed care, attributed to insurance mistakes and language barriers, allowed for advancing the patient's condition, highlighting the detrimental impact of healthcare barriers on patient outcomes. The case emphasizes the urgent need for simplified and efficient healthcare processes and access to timely intervention. Addressing systemic disparities and implementing culturally competent care practices are necessary to provide equitable access to healthcare, reduce disease progression, and improve patient outcomes.
黑色素瘤是一种起源于黑素细胞的皮肤恶性疾病。它是最具侵袭性的皮肤恶性肿瘤。本病例研究呈现了一个独特的案例，一名52岁的男性园丁，其足底患有黑色素瘤，并发展成了一个大溃疡。由于保险失误和语言障碍导致的护理延误，使患者病情加重，凸显了医疗障碍对患者预后的不利影响。该病例强调了简化高效的医疗流程以及获得及时干预的迫切需求。解决系统性差异并实施具有文化胜任力的护理措施对于提供公平的医疗服务、减少疾病进展和改善患者预后是必要的。
