Introduction. Sepsis is organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated body response to infection. Organ dysfunction is defined as an increase in the SOFA score of ≥2 points. The SOFA score is then used as a guide in the diagnosis and regular monitoring of sepsis. This study aimed to determine the SOFA score overview in sepsis patients in the ICU at Mohammad Hoesin Hospital, Palembang. Method. Th…
Uremic pruritus is one of the most common complications in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) undergoing hemodialysis (HD) and can significantly reduce quality of life. The severity of pruritus is influenced by several factors, including the duration of HD. However, to date, there are no available data describing the relationship between hemodialysis duration and the severity of uremic …
Background: Nutrition remains a major health problem in Indonesia, including stunting rates among toddlers. According to the 2023 Indonesian Child Health Survey (SKI), the prevalence of stunting in Indonesia is 21.5%, with South Sumatra reaching 20.3% and Palembang City at 18.9%, including 0.3% at the Sako Community Health Center (Puskesmas), which is still far from the 2024 RPJMN target of red…
Antibiotic resistance in the NICU continues to be a global problem, increasing neonatal mortality and morbidity rates. Excessive broad-spectrum empiric antibiotic therapy increases the DOT (Days of Therapy) per 1000 patient-days metric and promotes resistance development through selective pressure. The high antibiotic usage in the NICU prompted research on the effect of DOT per 1000 patient-day…
Freezing of gait (FOG) is a symptom characterized by a sudden inability to step during walking, described as feet feeling glued to the floor, particularly when initiating gait, turning, or facing obstacles. This symptom commonly accompanies parkinsonism and potentially increases fall risk and decreases quality of life. This study aimed to describe the characteristics of FOG in parkinsonism pati…
Background: The presence of Students with Special Needs (PDBK) in schools creates complex psychological dynamics for other students. The responses that emerge are reflected in regular students’ knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors toward PDBK. Methods: This study used a descriptive quantitative design with a survey approach involving 100 twelfth-grade regular students at SMAN 2 Palembang. Data…
Background: Lung carcinoma is the most common carcinoma and the leading cause of cancer-related death, particularly among men. The disease may be primary or metastatic and is classified into Non-Small Cell Lung Carcinoma (NSCLC) and Small Cell Lung Carcinoma (SCLC). The main risk factor is smoking, followed by exposure to pollution, radiation, genetic factors, and advanced age. Chest X-ray play…
Introduction: Controlled use of antibiotics is an indicator of the quality of hospital services because it can prevent the emergence of antimicrobial resistance and save on antibiotic use. Ultimately, this will reduce patient care costs, shorten the duration of treatment, save hospitals, and improve the quality of hospital services. Dr. Provincial General Hospital Mohammad Hoesin Palembang hand…
Background: Vesicobullous lesions are bullous skin diseases that contain clear fluid and are found on the young epithelial layer, rupture and cause ulcers and can be life-threatening. The disease occurs in individuals across different age groups. The main clinical features are blisters and ulcers on the skin and mucous membranes, which develop into erosions on the skin or mucosal surfaces after…
Background: Chronic tonsillitis is a common medical condition characterized by recurrent inflammation of the tonsils, which can be caused by viral or bacterial infections. Symptoms include recurring inflammation or sore throat, fever, swollen tonsils, and sometimes swollen lymph nodes in the neck. Adenoiditis, or inflammation of the adenoids, is a condition that is often associated with and can…
Background: Retinoblastoma is the most common type of eye cancer in children. Computed tomography (CT) scan is commonly used in Indonesian hospitals as imaging approach for diagnosing retinoblastoma. This research aims to test the diagnostic ability of head CT scan relative to histopathology in diagnosing retinoblastoma di RSUP Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang between 2020—2022. Method: The rese…
Background: Fever neutropenia is one of the serious complications of chemotherapy in malignant patients. One of the main causes of febrile neutropenia is a bacterial infection. Early administration of appropriate antibiotics greatly affects the prognosis of patients. The selection of first-line antibiotic therapy for the management of febrile neutropenia varies depending on the local antibiotic…
Background: Preterm labor is labor that begins before 37 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of this study is to determine the prevalence and risk factors for preterm labor at Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Hospital Palembang City in the period 2020-2022. Method: This study is an observational study with a case control study design and used the total sampling method. Data came from the medical records of Dr. …
Background: Staphylococcus aureus is a gram-positive bacterium that causes skin diseases, pneumonia, respiratory tract infections, nosocomial bacteremia and is resistant to antibiotics. The incidence of antibiotic-resistant Staphylococcus aureus is increasing. Binahong is a herbal plant that has many benefits, one of which is as an antibacterial. Methods: This study used an experimental design.…
SUITABILITY OF BLOOD GAS ANALYSIS PH VALUES AND HENDERSON-HASSELBALCH FORMULA IN CRITICALLY ILL PATIENTS TREATED IN THE GENERAL ICU OF RSUP DR. MOHAMMAD HOESIN PALEMBANG ABSTRACT 1Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Resident of Medical Faculty Sriwijaya University/RSUP Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang 2Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Departement of Medical Faculty Sriwijaya University/RSUP Dr. Moh…
Background: Pain after caesarean section is a very important problem faced by postoperative patients. Transversus Abdominis Plane Block (TAP) as a part of multimodal analgesia provides safe and effective analgesia in patients undergoing caesarean section (SC) procedures, which can reduce opioid use. Methods: This research is an intervention study with a randomized controlled double blind trial …
Health risks are increasing due to increased exposure to free radicals caused by radiation, cigarettes, pollution and contamination, synthetic or inorganic pesticides, other sources of free radicals. Free radicals that enter the body will cause many degenerative diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, liver damage, cancer, heart and nervous disorders, and also speed up the aging process. This …
THE RELATIONSHIP OF URINE ALBUMIN CREATININE RATIO TO THE INCIDENT OF ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY IN PATIENTS IN THE ICU OF DR MOHAMMAD HOESIN HOSPITAL PALEMBANG ABSTRACT Rr. Marina Rizky Utami1 , Zulkifli2 , Andi Miarta2 , Ziske Maritska3 1Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Resident of Medical Faculty Sriwijaya University/RSUP Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang 2Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Departement…
THE RELATIONSHIP OF URINE ALBUMIN CREATININE RATIO TO THE INCIDENT OF ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY IN PATIENTS IN THE ICU OF DR MOHAMMAD HOESIN HOSPITAL PALEMBANG ABSTRACT Rr. Marina Rizky Utami1 , Zulkifli2 , Andi Miarta2 , Ziske Maritska3 1Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Resident of Medical Faculty Sriwijaya University/RSUP Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang 2Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Departement…
Background: Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is a malignancy that occurs in the nasopharyngeal region (the area above the throat and behind the nose). In Indonesia alone, based on data sourced from Global Burden of Cancer Study (GLOBOCAN), new cases of KNF in 2020 amounted to 19,943 cases with a mortality rate of 13,399 cases. The purpose of this study was to determine the characteristics of naso…
Kekurangan Energi Kronis merupakan kondisi yang diakibatkan oleh ketidakseimbangan antara asupan dengan kebutuhan energi dan protein. Kejadian KEK pada ibu hamil dideteksi melalui pengukuran lingkar lengan atas sebagai salah satu indikator pengukuran status gizi ibu hamil. Asupan energi dan protein sebagai faktor langsung yang memengaruhi status gizi ibu hamil perlu diidentifikasi agar dapat me…
Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) is an anomaly in the anatomy and physiology of the heart that is present from birth. CHD requires early detection as improper management can lead to death in the first month of life, with a mortality rate of approximately 50%. Patients with congenital disorders that are detected more than 3 days after birth are referred to as late presenters. This research is of d…
Gastritis is a disease caused by inflammation of the gastric mucosa characterized by pain, swelling, and irritation of the gastric mucous membrane. One of the Pharmacological therapy for managing gastritis involves H2 receptor antagonists, Ranitidine. For treating gastritis, a 150-300mg dose is administered once or twice a day. Rational drug use involves administering medication according to th…
Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic disease. This condition is diagnosed based on abnormal blood sugar levels due to insulin deficiency or insulin resistance. Obesity is one of the important risk factors in the development of T2DM pathophysiology. The purpose of this study was to see the correlation between the results of anthropometric measurements consisting of BMI, abdom…
Background: DHF is one of infectious diseases that is a serious concern in the global community. At the critical phase, the NLR will decrease which can worsen the infection and facilitating dengue virus reprodution in mononuclear blood cells. If NLR value is lower, the duration of hospitalization will be longer. This research aims to determine the correlation of NLR and the length of hospitaliz…
Background: The increasing cases of diabetes in Indonesia must be addressed through strategies to improve health services. Improving health services requires an assessment of the quality of health services. The quality of health services can be assessed based on the patient's re-visit interest. Assessment of the quality of diabetes services can be seen from the aspects of characteristics, under…
Background :Carpal tunnel syndrome is a musculoskeletal disorder of the wrist caused by pressure on the median nerve when passing through the carpal tunnel. The symptoms of CTS are pain, tingling, and numbness. One of the jobs that is at risk of causing CTS complaints is online motorcycle taxi drivers because the awkward posture of the wrist while driving can increase the occurrence of CTS. Met…
Latar Belakang: Sepsis neonatorum memiliki tingkat morbiditas dan mortalitas yang tinggi pada neonatus. Pemeriksaan kultur darah masih menjadi gold-standard dalam mendiagnosis kasus ini, tetapi prosesnya yang cukup lama membutuhkan pemberian terapi empiris sampai didapatkan hasilnya. Oleh karena itu, diperlukan data pola kepekaan bakteri yang paling umum ditemukan secara rutin untuk menentukan …
Staphylococcus aureus is one of the most commonly exposed bacteria and causes infection in humans. Efforts that can be made in medicine are using antibiotics. The use of antibiotics has recently been irrational and has led to antibiotic resistance. Efforts that can be made to prevent resistance are using alternative medicine. Alternative medicine that can be used is plants. Avocado leaves are h…
Introduction: Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is an inflammation of the nose and paranasal sinuses that meets criteria such as nasal congestion, accompanied by discharge, tenderness, as well as a lack of olfactory ability that does not heal within a period of more than 12 weeks, which can increase the risk of morbidity. Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps is a condition that affects patients'…