Background: Essential fatty acids omega-3 and omega-6 play an important role during pregnancy, particularly in supporting fetal neurological development and immune system maturation. An imbalance in the omega-3/omega-6 ratio has been associated with an increased risk of pregnancy complications, while previous studies have reported low essential fatty acid intake among pregnant women in Indonesi…
Background: Bladder cancer is a prevalent urological malignancy strongly linked to exposure to tobacco-derived carcinogens, yet the influence of smoking behavior on its clinical and histopathological characteristics remains inconsistent across populations. Objective: This study aimed to assess the association between smoking status and both histopathological grading and clinical staging among p…
Latar Belakang. Benda asing telinga merupakan kasus yang sering dijumpai dalam bidang THT dan berpotensi menimbulkan komplikasi. Keterbatasan data epidemiologis di RSUP Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang mendorong penelitian ini untuk menggambarkan pola dan karakteristik pasien berdasarkan rekam medis periode 1 Januari–31 Desember 2024. Metode. Penelitian ini adalah studi deskriptif observasional …
Stroke is a leading cause of global disability, accounting for over 160 million Disability-Adjusted Life Years (DALYs) worldwide. In the effort to rehabilitate stroke patients, neurorestoration is a highly crucial therapeutic approach. However, visitors’ understanding of this management is still limited. Adequate knowledge and a positive attitude from the family and the patient play a crucial…
Background: Streptococcus mutans is one of the main factors causing dental caries. The side effects of improper use of antibacterial drugs create an urgency to seek alternative materials. Mackerel fish is a type of marine fish whose collagen hydrolysate has potential as an alternative antibacterial agent. Aim: This study aims to determine the antibacterial activity of collagen hydrolysate from …
Background. Stunting is a condition of height more than two standard deviations below the median standard curve of child growth. Kertapati Health Center has the highest number of stunting cases in Palembang City. Maternal dietary practices during pregnancy has the potential to influence maternal nutritional intake and fetal growth; however, research on this topic remains limited, particularly i…
Introduction: Morbus Hansen (MH) remains a public health problem in Indonesia and carries a risk of disability due to delayed diagnosis. This study aimed to describe sociodemographic, clinical, and histopathological characteristics, disability grades, and the agreement between clinical classification and histopathology among MH patients at RSMH Palembang from 2021–2024. Methods: This descript…
Background: Adenomyosis is a condition in which endometrial tissue is present within the myometrium and can cause pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, and fertility problems. The mechanism of adenomyosis development is not fully understood, but several risk factors have been associated with it. This study aimed to determine the relationship between age, age at menarche, parity, menstrual cycle lengt…
Background: Acid-base disorders are commonly found in patients treated in intensive care units (ICU) due to multiple organ dysfunction, and can worsen patient morbidity and mortality. Methods: In this descriptive observational study with cross-sectional design and uses purposive sampling to determine the profile of acid-base disorders in patients admitted in the ICU at RSMH in Palembang in 2024…
Background : Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by hyperglycemia resulting from impaired insulin secretion or reduced insulin sensitivity. Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) reflects long-term glycemic control and is suspected to be associated with changes in lipid profiles. This study aimed to analyze the correlation between HbA1c levels and lipid profile parameters in pat…
Introduction: Low back pain (LBP) is a global health problem affecting at least 80% of the population. Low back pain can be classified into inflammatory and non inflammatory types, with the latter being more prevalent. Several previous studies have demonstrated associations between demographic factors—including age, sex, body mass index (BMI), comorbidities, and physical activity level—and …
Background: De Quervain’s Syndrome (DQS) is an inflammatory condition of the tendons controlling thumb movement, often caused by overuse and repetitive activities, such as mobile gaming. With the increasing use of smartphones, this study aims to identify the impact of mobile gaming duration on the risk of DQS among medical students at the Faculty of Medicine, Sriwijaya University. Methods: Th…
Background: Candida albicans is a fungal species that most commonly causes infections in the oral cavity. The emergence of side effects from the use of antifungal drugs encourages research to find alternative treatments. Telang plant is one of the plants whose content has potential as an alternative antifungal material. Aim: The purpose of this study was to determine the inhibition of telang le…
Socket preservation adalah suatu prosedur untuk mengurangi proses kehilangan tulang dengan memasukkan bahan bone graft ke dalam soket tulang alveolar pascaekstraksi gigi. Ikan gabus (Channa striata) merupakan ikan air tawar yang sisiknya dapat dimanfaatkan karena memiliki kandungan kalsium dan fosfor sebagai prekursor hidroksiapatit. Hidroksiapatit (HAp) sebagai salah satu material bone graft m…
Background: Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is one of the most common complications in diabetic patients that can lead to vision impairment and blindness. The severity of this retinopathy is often influenced by various factors such as glycemic control, hypertension, and intraocular pressure. However, the relationship between these factors and visual acuity in DR patients is not yet fully understood. …
Background. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a complex systemic autoimmune disease with diverse multisystem manifestations. The prevalence of lupus in Indonesia is estimated at 0.5%. Patient satisfaction with treatment reflects subjective perceptions of therapeutic effectiveness, convenience, and side effects, and is closely related to adherence and long-term treatment continuity. To date,…
Background. Tuberculosis (TB) is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, presenting as Pulmonary TB or Extrapulmonary TB. Alterations in serum protein levels, particularly albumin and globulin, have been associated with inflammatory processes and immune status in TB patients. However, findings across studies remain inconsistent, making it necessary to further examine …
Background: Thermoplastic nylon is a material that is flexible, has good esthetics, and is used as an alternative for individuals who are allergic to residual resin monomers and metals. However, thermoplastic nylon has a high water absorption rate, which affects its color stability. Color stability is one of the most important clinical properties in dentistry. One factor that can influence the …
Background: Ptosis is a condition characterized by drooping of the upper eyelid resulting from dysfunction of the muscles, nerves, aponeurosis, or supporting structures of the eyelid. It may be congenital or acquired and can affect visual function as well as cosmetic appearance. Data regarding the characteristics and clinical features of ptosis in Palembang remain limited; therefore, this study…
Adolescents are a group with a high prevalence of mobile device use in Indonesia. Unwise use of mobile devices, either prolonged duration or inappropriate timing, may worsen sleep quality. Sleep quality refers to an individual’s level of satisfaction with their sleep experience, and poor sleep quality can negatively affect adolescents’ health. This study aimed to analyze the relationship be…
Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic disease with an increasing prevalence and remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality due to metabolic and vascular complications. These conditions require sustained glycemic control, one of which is supported through the Chronic Disease Management Program (PROLANIS) by BPJS Kesehatan. However, its implementation across primary healt…
Background Adolescent reproductive development between the ages of 10 and 19 requires special attention to reproductive health and the use of contraception to prevent unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections. Although modern contraceptive methods have proven effective, sociocultural barriers and lack of education hinder access and understanding among adolescents. Data indicate v…
Background. Dysmenorrhea or menstrual pain is a common gynecological problem among late adolescents and is often influenced not only by physiological factors but also by psychological conditions such as stress, anxiety, and depression. Medical students are particularly vulnerable to psychological disturbances due to high academic demands. This study aimed to determine the association between st…
Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) is an important indicator for assessing a country’s health status and has become a global concern in efforts to achieve the SDGs 3.1 target. Although the national MMR in Indonesia shows a downward trend, the figure remains above the SDGs target. In South Sumatra Province, the MMR has fluctuated in recent years, with the highest number of cases recorded in Palemba…
Introduction: Staphylococcus aureus is a Gram-positive microorganism that can be found in the human body, including in the oral cavity. These microorganisms can cause various diseases in the oral cavity, including abscesses, gingivitis, mucositis, parotitis, angular cheilitis, and denture stomatitis. The use of chlorhexidine can overcome this, but it can cause side effects. This problem can be …
Background: Cuka pempek is a traditional food from Palembang that contains acid as one of its components. Continuous consumption of cuka pempek can affect the surface roughness of heat-cured acrylic resin denture bases due to its ability to absorb liquids. Objective: To determine the effect of the types of acid in cuka pempek on the surface roughness of heat-cured acrylic resin denture base. Me…
Head injuries with moderate to severe severity accompanied by intracranial lesions remain a major clinical challenge, especially because they often lead to significant neurological impairment and even death. This study aims to describe the prognosis of patients with moderate to severe head injury based on lesion type, injury severity, time to arrival, time to surgery, the presence of sequelae, …
Background. Child sexual abuse is a serious issue with long-term physical, psychological, and social consequences. This study aimed to describe the injury patterns among child victims of sexual violence at Bhayangkara Hospital Palembang in 2024. The literature review was based on forensic medicine theories and the guidelines of Visum et Repertum (VeR) as a medico-legal document. Methods. This w…
Background. Pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) is a chronic infectious disease that remains a major health concern in Indonesia. Its prolonged inflammatory process can affect serum protein levels, particularly albumin and globulin. Based on current theoretical evidence, albumin functions as a negative acute-phase protein that decreases during inflammation and malnutrition, whereas globulin increases a…
Background: Stunting remains a nutritional problem among children under five in Indonesia. National data in 2024 reported a prevalence of 19.8%, indicating that the condition has not been fully resolved. Maternal knowledge about stunting plays an essential role in its prevention by shaping awareness, attitudes, and behaviors related to maintaining children’s health and nutritional needs for o…