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…
Obesity in Indonesia has experienced a very significant increase over the past decade (10 years), especially in Palembang City. This rise can be influenced by several factors, one being behavioral factors. Poor eating habits and low physical activity contribute to the rising incidence of obesity in Palembang City. The purpose of this research is to analyze the significance of the relationship b…
Hipertensi adalah keadaan seseorang yang mengalami kenaikan tekanan darah diatas normal yaitu sistolik dan diastolik diatas 140/90 mmHg. Dalam proses terapinya, JNC8, AHA/ACC dan ESC menerbitkan pedoman terapi hipertensi dan merekomendasikan terapi lini pertama antara lain golongan ACEI, CCB, ARB dan obat diuretik golongan thiazid. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melihat penggunaan obat menurut …
Musculoskeletal disorders are injuries or functional impairments that result in abnormalities of the muscles, nerves, tendons, joints, cartilage, and spinal discs, leading to complaints of musculoskeletal pain. The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2019 data shows around 1.71 billion people of all ages experience musculoskeletal pain complaints throughout their lives. Ergonomic factors that cause …
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a common digestive disorder that affects quality of life, including sleep quality. GERD symptoms, especially those occurring at night, can lead to significant sleep disturbances, such as insomnia, frequent nighttime awakenings, and poor sleep quality. This condition can negatively impact daily life, particularly for students who bear a heavy academic wo…
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…
Background:Candy is a high-calorie food product, typically made with added sucrose, and if consumed excessively, it can lead to a decrease in saliva pH. A decrease in saliva pH causes the oral cavity to become acidic, facilitating the growth of bacteria, which in turn triggers cavities. To prevent a decrease in saliva pH, gambir extract is added to the candy. Gambir (Uncaria gambir Roxb.) is a …
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…
This study identified contamination of Soil Transmitted Helminths (STH) eggs in cabbage purchased at Kebon Semai Traditional Market in Palembang City. STH spreads through the soil and can cause various health problems. Cabbage, which is often consumed raw, is very susceptible to STH egg contamination. This study used a descriptive observational cross-sectional design. Thirty cabbage samples wer…
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 …
Hypertension, a growing global health issue, poses significant risks for severe complications such as cardiovascular and renal diseases. The World Health Organization (WHO) reported an increase in cases from 650 million in 1990 to 1.3 billion in 2019. In Indonesia, the prevalence is 34.1% (Riskesdas 2018), influenced by factors such as age, obesity, lifestyle, and genetics. Managing hypertensio…
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…
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative disease characterized by the formation of osteophytes, thinning of the subchondral plates, and loss of cartilage in the articular joints. Risk factors for knee OA can include, age, gender, obesity, weight-heavy work, and a history of comorbidities. This study is an observational descriptive study with a cross-sectional design. The sample consisted of patien…
Burns have high morbidity and mortality rates in the community. The prevalence of burns in Indonesia increased from 0.7% in 2013 to 1.3% in 2018. Burn trauma affects the patient's quality of life physically, psychologically, and socially. Various aspects such as the level of depth, burn area, and scar can affect the patient's quality of life. The purpose of this study is to describe the charact…
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a systemic autoimmune disease that involves various body systems and produces various autoantibodies. One of the autoantibodies in SLE is anti-double stranded deoxyribonucleic acid (anti-dsDNA) which is found in 70% of patients with SLE. Anti-dsDNA antibody has high specificity so it has been used as an indicator of disease activity. This study aims to dete…
Cerebral aneurysms occur in the arterial wall of the brain. Clipping, a common method used in aneurysms management, but at Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang Hospital this procedure han only been done since 2022. This study aims to determine the profile of cerebral aneurysm patients treated with clipping at Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang Hospital in January 2022 – May 2024. This study uses a descri…
Rehabilitasi Sebagai Upaya Depenalisai Terhadap Pencandu Narkotika dapat dijadikan sebagai salah satu upaya bagi pencandu narkotika. Karena setiap pencandu itu adalah orang yang sakit fisiknya dan sakit jiwanya, oleh karena kencanduannya pada Narkotika. sehingga bagi penyalahguna Narkotika perlu direhabilitasi dan diobati ketimbang harus ditempatkan didalam Lembaga Permasyarakatan. adapun rumus…
Appendicitis is an inflammation of the vermiform appendix that requires immediate surgery. Leukocytes, particularly neutrophils, are blood cells that play a role in the inflammatory response. This study aims to analyze the relationship between leukocyte count and neutrophil differential count with pathological anatomy results as indicators of inflammation levels in patients with acute and chron…
THR is an arthroplasty technique that removes necrotic tissue from the hip joint and replaces it with a prosthesis. Globally, THR prevalence is increasing with various risk factors. In Indonesia, THR prevalence is 118.8 per 100,000 population per year, with a joint disease dominance in South Sumatra at 6.48%. This study aims to describe the characteristics of patients who underwent THR at RSUP …