LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Aug. 15 -- The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences issued the following news release:
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Crystal McCoy received the first ever liver transplant for a colon cancer patient in the state in February 2026.
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Crystal McCoy has always paid close attention to her health.
A nurse who lives in Hot Springs with her husband and three children, she prioritizes maintaining a healthy lifestyle and understands the importance of being aware of her body.
When she noticed an unusual lump in her abdomen during a yoga session in December 2024, she knew it was worth looking into. Assuming it was a hernia, McCoy decided to schedule a visit with her primary care provider.
The provider...