Medical students often face heavy academic burdens, high expectations for achievement, and difficulties in balancing studies with personal life. These conditions make them vulnerable to experiencing emotional mental disorders. However, awareness and intention to seek psychological help remain low. Seeking psychological help is an active effort to obtain support or treatment related to mental he…
Background: According to data released by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2022, around 450,000 cases of TB-RO will occur throughout the world. In TB-RO patients there was an increase in the number of neutrophils and a decrease in the number of leukocytes. RNL calculations are carried out as an indicator that plays a role in reflecting the body's inflammatory response to infection. At the…
Background: Breast Milk is an essential source of nutrition for infants, containing micronutrients, macronutrients, and bioactive components that support their health and development. Breast milk consists of 87%-88% water, 7% lactose, 1% protein, and 3.8% fat, as well as various vitamins and antibodies that play a role in protecting infants from diseases. The composition of breast milk is influ…
Background: Hepatoma, or hepatocellular carcinoma, is the primary liver tumor accounting for 90% of liver tumor cases. In certain cases, hepatoma patients only undergo laboratory examinations without radiological imaging. An alternative method is needed to monitor tumor progression, predict patient prognosis, and determine appropriate treatment without radiological examinations, namely by measu…
Background: The most common superficial fungal skin disease, which has become a global health problem, is Tinea versicolor or Pityriasis versicolor. Personal hygiene behaviors were performed to maintain personal cleanliness and health. Several behaviors increased the risk of Pityriasis versicolor among scavengers, including not showering immediately after work, rarely changing work clothes, and…
Menopause is the cessation of menstruation for 12 consecutive months due to the loss of ovarian follicle function. Various factors can influence the menopausal process, such as dietary patterns, sleep patterns, stress levels, and physical activity. A study conducted by Mirrah in Palembang in 2023 revealed that 93.93% of women experienced menopausal symptoms. However, research on the relationshi…
Bakteri Klebsiella penumoniae dapat menyebabkan infeksi serius, terutama ketika sudah menyebar pada organ tubuh. Penggunaan antibiotik sering menjadi pilihan dalam menangani infeksi, namun bakteri dapat beradaptasi dengan membentuk biofilm. Senyawa antibiofilm yang biasa digunakan berbahan sintetik kimia yang dapat berdapak negatif pada manusia. Oleh karena itu, pencarian alternatif antibiofilm…
Background. Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disorder characterized by chronic hyperglycemia, requiring rational pharmacological therapy. Metformin is the first-line therapy for type 2 DM as recommended by WHO and the National Formulary. Defined Daily Dose (DDD) measurement enables a quantitative evaluation of drug use. However, studies on DDD for metformin in South Sumatra remain limited.…
Cervical cancer is the main cause of cancer death among woman and the third most cancer case in the world. High expression of VEGF in cervical cancer is linked to a poor prognosis, therefore anti-VEGF therapy has an important role in cervical cancer resolution. Several studies show that emodin inhibit proliferation, migration, and a formation of endothelial cells stimulated by VEGF. This resear…
Infectious diseases are a major health problem in Indonesia, with antibiotics being the primary choice for treatment. However, inappropriate antibiotic use can lead to resistance, increasing morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends the Defined Daily Dose (DDD) method to standardize and measure antibiotic use for effective monitoring. This study …
Introduction: Stroke is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, including in Indonesia. Stroke can be categorized into two main types: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke, each influenced by various risk factors such as age, gender, history of hypertension, and cardiomegaly. This study aims to analyze the association between age, gender, history of hypertension, and c…
Sepsis is one of the leading causes of acute kidney injury (AKI). Ureum and creatinine testing is a routine diagnostic tool for acute kidney failure. This study aimed to analyze differences in ureum and creatinine levels across AKI stages in sepsis patients.This study is an analytic descriptive study using a cross sectional study design. Data were collected from the medical records of AKI sepsi…
Cervical cancer is a malignancy of the cervix wall with a high prevalence among women worldwide, ranking third after breast and colorectal cancer. The disease is primarily caused by Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection, with HPV types 16 and 18 being the leading cause in more than 70% of cases. Cervical cancer patient survival is influenced by various factors, including stage, histopathology ty…
According to WHO, stunting is a condition where the TB/U Z-score is less than -2 SD. The problem that arises when children reach the age of 2 years is a critical period for growth disorders, including short stature or dwarfism. Genetic factors become the main foundation in achieving the final result of the child's growth and development process. The study untilized an analytic observational des…
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease of the joints characterized by cartilage destruction and thickening of the subchondral bone. Joint degeneration in osteoarthritis causes pain and stiffness, which limits joint movement. In Indonesia, the prevalence of osteoarthritis reaches 5% at age 61 years. Body mass index and physical activity are factors that can affect the severity of ge…
Pediatric transfusion-dependent thalassemia patients require lifelong transfusion to compensate for inadequate erythrocyte and to support patient’s growth and development. However, regular transfusion can cause iron overload leading to oxidative stress-induced liver injury. The purpose of this study is to analyze the relationship between iron overload and liver function in pediatric transfusi…
Hirschsprung disease (HSCR) is a congenital disorder of the large intestine resulting from missing nerve cells in the colon, leading to bowel obstruction. Despite surgical interventions, post-operative challenges, including constipation, incontinence, and emotional stress, can impact patients' quality of life. This study aims to evaluate the quality of life in school-aged HSCR patients post-sur…
One of the global health problems that is still neglected, especially in tropical and sub-tropical countries such as Indonesia, is soil-transmitted helminths (STH) infection. Scavengers who come into contact with the soil while working are a group that is vulnerable to STH contamination of the fingernails. This study aims to analyze the relationship between the level of personal hygiene and STH…
Acute Otitis Media (AOM) is a condition characterized by inflammation of the middle ear mucosa, the Eustachian tube, antrum antrum, and mastoid cells, caused by bacteria or viruses. AOM is marked by the presence of fluid and/or inflammation in the middle ear. If a persistent perforation occurs with continuous discharge, it can lead to further complications, such as chronic suppurative otitis me…
Background: Epicanthus is a fold of skin at the nasal bridge and upper eyelid that covers the medial canthus. This condition is common in Asian populations (40–90%) but rare in non-Asians (2–5%). Epicanthus may represent a normal anatomical variation or be associated with syndromes such as Down syndrome, Turner syndrome, or blepharophimosis syndrome. Types of epicanthus include tarsal, palp…
Latar Belakang: Penyakit Jantung Koroner (PJK) adalah gangguan fungsi jantung akibat berkurangnya perfusi oksigen ke miokardium yang disebabkan oleh pembentukan plak aterosklerosis pada arteri koroner. Dengan meningkatnya kasus PJK, semakin berkembang pula berbagai terapi guna meningkatkan kualitas hidup pasien. Dari berbagai terapi, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) masih menjadi gold standa…
World Health Organization (WHO) 2023 states that Indonesia ranks second in the world with the most estimated new TB cases. Extra-pulmonary TB accounted for 16% of the 7.5 million overall TB cases in the world in 2019, including TB pleurisy. The diagnosis of TB pleurisy is still an obstacle due to the gold standard examination which often gives negative results, making it less accurate. In cases…
Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious multisystemic disease cause by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb). The bacteria Mtb can invade the children lungs which results in pulmonary TB. Not all pulmonary TB in children is bacteriologically confirmed. This study aims to determine the prevalence and distribution of characteristics of bacteriologically confirmed pediatric pulmonary TB patients at Mohammad …
Gallstone is known as Cholelithiasis, it is a condition characterized by the formation of stones in the gallbladder. Now gallstone is the most prevalent gastrointestinal conditions. Gallstone is the greatest numbers in inpatient hospitality. It is advised that people with cholelithiasis who exhibit symptoms have a gallbladder removed or a cholecystectomy, which can be done by laparoscopically. …
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in children, especially cancer of the haematopoietic system known as leukaemia. Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia is the most common type of leukaemia in children. Since 2019 to now, Mohammad Hoesin Hospital Palembang has used the LLA-2018 national protocol as a chemotherapy protocol for LLA children, but there has been no further research on the outcome…
A doctor's career encompasses various paths, including clinical, non-clinical, and non-medical roles. This diversity impacts the unequal distribution of the medical profession both nationally and internationally. This study aims to identify the preferences and factors influencing general medical graduates in determining their further education and career paths, specifically at the Faculty of Me…
Demam Berdarah Dengue (DBD) merupakan penyakit infeksi yang dapat menyebabkan komplikasi serius seperti syok. Penelitian sebelumnya menunjukkan adanya peningkatan kadar enzim hati, terutama SGOT dan SGPT, pada pasien DBD, yang sering dikaitkan dengan derajat keparahan penyakit. Namun, penelitian hubungan spesifik antara kadar SGOT, SGPT, dan keparahan DBD pada anak masih terbatas. Penelitian in…
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. Previous studies have shown that nearly all pathogens have developed resistance to antibiotics due to irrasional antibiotic use. This study aims to determine the distribution of bacterial types and antibiotic sensitivity in pneumonia patients in the ICU of RSMH Palembang in 2023. This descriptiv…
Rotator cuff is a group of shoulder muscles consist of M.Subscapularis, M.Infraspinatus, M.Teres minor, and M.Supraspinatus. Rotator cuff syndrome (RCS) refers to injuries, diseases, or degenerative conditions affecting these muscles, including supraspinatus impingement, rotator cuff tears, acute calcific tendinitis, and biceps tendinitis. Studies indicate shoulder pain affects 7.7-62 on 1,000 …
Chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) is a common ear disease with a relatively high prevalence in developing countries. CSOM can lead to hearing loss, which affects the patient's quality of life. This study aims to investigate the relationship between CSOM type and the degree and type of hearing loss at the ENT-HN Department of RSUP Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang. This is an analytical observ…