Rheumatic heart disease are significant health issues in Indonesia. The latest information on the prevalence of these two diseases in Indonesia is still limited due to a lack of research. However, it was stated that the number of cases reached 1.18 million in 2015, making Indonesia the fourth country with the highest number of rheumatic heart disease cases in the world, followed by China, India…
Background: Candida albicans is a normal flora that can become a pathogenic organism causing oral candidiasis. Mangrove crab (Scylla serrata) shells can be utilized as a raw material for chitosan production. Chitosan has potential as a natural antifungal agent effective in inhibiting fungal growth. Objective: This study aimed to determine the antifungal effectiveness of chitosan derived from ma…
Background : Breast milk is the primary food for infants, providing essential macronutrients, such as fat, needed for the baby's development. The fat content in breast milk is influenced by various factors, including the age and nutritional status of the breastfeeding mother. This study aims to analyze the relationship between the age and nutritional status of breastfeeding mothers and the fat …
Acute gout arthritis is a joint inflammation in adults caused by the accumulation of monosodium urate crystals from hyperuricemia, leading to inflammation and pain. Colchicine is the primary treatment, but it has many side effects. The cherry leaf (Muntingia calabura L.), which has potential anti-inflammatory properties, offers a promising alternative treatment. This study aims to evaluate the …
Introduction: Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is a prevalent cancer in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia. Despite therapeutic advancements, chemotherapy responses vary, necessitating exploration of factors influencing outcomes. This study analyzes NPC patient characteristics at RSUP Dr. M. Hoesin Palembang and examines the relationship between specific risk factors and chemotherapy response. M…
About one-third of all cases of foreign bodies entering the airway and gastrointestinal tract of children get stuck in the airway. Both children and adults can experience foreign bodies. Nasal foreign bodies are foreign bodies found in the nasal cavities. The characteristics of nasal foreign body patients can provide a clear picture of vulnerable age groups, types of foreign bodies that are oft…
Low back pain is a musculoskeletal complaint caused by injuries to the spinal bones, nerves, muscles, and other structures in the lower back. The Indonesian government estimates that the prevalence of low back pain in Indonesia ranges from 7.6% to 37%. One of the risk factors for low back pain is lifting heavy weights, such as the deadlift. Deadlifts performed with improper technique increase t…
Background: The uncontrolled growth of the world’s population arises threats to many things, such as social, economic, education, and health. Family planning is a program that has been promoted to address this population issue. Family planning involves contraceptive methods, including injectable contraceptive, which is popular in Indonesia. The aim of this study is to determine the relationsh…
Introduction: Blood transfusions are required in the management of postpartum hemorrhage, which is the leading cause of maternal death. The incidence of transfusion in patients with postpartum hemorrhage has increased over the years. Before a patient is transfused, each blood request is crossmatched. If the blood is crossmatched but not transfused, the patient still has to pay for the crossmatc…
Latar Belakang: Mahasiswa kedokteran gigi merupakan individu yang berpotensi mengalami distress yang disebabkan oleh tekanan akademik maupun faktor lain di luar akademik yang dapat memengaruhi kondisi fisik dan psikologis. Salah satu kelainan rongga mulut yang sering dikaitkan dengan kondisi psychological distress adalah Stomatitis Aphthous Recurrent (SAR). Tujuan: Penelitian ini bertujuan untu…
Background: Dental anxiety was an emotional response commonly experienced by patients during dental treatment and could affect their cooperation as well as the success of clinical procedures. One of the treatments that most often triggered high anxiety was tooth extraction, particularly when performed by clinical dental students who were still in the learning phase. This condition could cause p…
Background: The World Health Organization (WHO) states that malocclusion ranks third among the most common oral health problems after dental caries and periodontal disease. The global prevalence of malocclusion among children and adolescents is 56%, with no significant gender differences. Objective: To determine the variation of skeletal patterns in orthodontic patients at RSKGM, South Sumatra …
Streptococcus mutans is the primary bacterium responsible for dental caries through the formation of dental plaque. Chemical plaque control can be achieved by brushing teeth with toothpaste containing antibacterial agents. The combination of xylitol and gambir extract has been proven to inhibit the growth of Streptococcus mutans and shows potential as an active ingredient in toothpaste formulat…
Cerebral palsy (CP) was a group of permanent disorders that disrupt motor development, leading to limitations in activities. CP could be classified based on motor impairments, including spastic hemiplegia, diplegia, quadriplegia, dyskinesia, and ataxia. Several risk factors associated with CP include antenatal, perinatal, and postnatal factors, such as infections, prematurity, LBW, and gemelli.…
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a complex autoimmune disease with an increasing prevalence over the past few decades. Current treatments for SLE focus on controlling and managing disease activity. Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ), corticosteroids (CS), and immunosuppressants form the cornerstone of long-term SLE therapy. While studies continue to explore the effectiveness of various combinations …
Background: Hirschsprung's disease (HSCR) is a congenital disorder due to the absence of colon ganglion cells, resulting in impaired bowel motility. The limited epidemiological data and information related to HSCR in Indonesia indirectly impacts the lack of awareness of HSCR. This has led to delayed diagnosis, improper management and high rates of complications and mortality associated with HSC…
Background. Endometriosis is a condition characterized by the presence of endometrium-like tissue outside the uterine cavity, which can induce a chronic inflammatory response. The most common clinical symptom observed in patients with endometriosis is pain, often manifesting as dysmenorrhea. Dysmenorrhea refers to pain associated with menstruation. The onset of endometriosis can occur during ad…
Latar Belakang: Tomat ceri (Solanum lycopersicum L. var. cerasiforme) kaya akan antioksidan seperti flavonoid dan likopen yang berperan mengurangi radikal bebas dan mempercepat penyembuhan luka. Flavonoid terbukti meningkatkan proliferasi fibroblas, sintesis kolagen, dan memiliki sifat antibakteri. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menilai efektivitas gel ekstrak tomat ceri dalam mempercepat penye…
Staphylococcus is a normal flora of the oral cavity that can turn into a pathogen and cause various diseases in the oral cavity. The use of herbal ingredients that have antibacterial properties can be an alternative treatment as a substitute for chlorhexidine gluconate. Garlic skin as an antibacterial has not been widely studied and is still considered as waste. Objective: To determine the anti…
The problem of antibiotic resistance has become a worldwide concern and a serious problem. Antibiotic resistance is termed as “silent pandemic”. Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is one type of Staphylococcus aureus (SA) strain that is resistant to beta-lactam antibiotics. This bacterium is responsible for as many as 100,000 deaths due to Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in 2…
Maternal separation (MS), atau pemisahan induk dengan anak, merupakan model stres awal kehidupan yang banyak digunakan untuk memahami dampaknya terhadap perkembangan otak dan perilaku psikologis. MS dapat meningkatkan risiko gangguan kecemasan akibat perubahan fungsi hipotalamus-pituitari-adrenal (HPA) dan neurotransmiter. Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengevaluasi pengaruh durasi MS terhadap …
Pendahuluan: Angka kematian ibu dapat menjadi indikator yang menunjukkan tingkat kesehatan seorang ibu di suatu negara. Salah satu penyebab yang paling sering menyebabkan kematian ibu adalah perdarahan postpartum. Selain menjadi penyebab yang paling sering, perdarahan postpartum juga merupakan penyebab yang paling dapat dicegah. Cara pencegahan yang dapat dilakukan adalah dengan diagnosis yang …
Epiblepharon is a congenital eyelid abnormality that is most prevalent in children and characterized by the presence of an additional horizontal crease in the skin and orbicularis muscle. While the condition may resolve spontaneously with the growth of the facial bones, in some cases, severe and persistent symptoms may develop, necessitating intervention. Epidemiological studies have identified…
Backgroud: Systemic Lupus Eritematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune condition that affects multiple organs and often induced periods of remission and relapse. One of the therapies used is cyclophosphamide. However, previous studies have shown that cyclophosphamide has side effects, including lymphopenia. Methods: This studies is an analitic observational study with a cross sectional study design. Dat…
Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the leading causes of global mortality, including in Indonesia. This disease is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis and can be diagnosed through clinical symptoms, bacteriological examinations such as the Molecular Rapid Test (TCM), as well as additional tests including radiological and hematological evaluations. This study aims to analyze the profile of drug-sensit…
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis hubungan penggunaan gawai terhadap nyeri anggota gerak atas pada guru di MAN 3 Palembang. Penelitian menggunakan metode analitik observasional dengan desain cross-sectional. Sampel terdiri dari 57 guru yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi. Data diperoleh melalui kuesioner untuk mengukur durasi penggunaan gawai dan keluhan nyeri serta dilakukan …
Purple sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) is a major food crop throughout the world and is widely recognized in Indonesia. Purple sweet potato has the potential to be used as an antibacterial agent to overcome infections caused by Staphyloccus aureus (S. aureus). Therefore, a study was performed with the aim of determining the effectiveness of purple sweet potato extract (Ipomoea batatas L.) aga…
Purple sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) is a major food crop throughout the world and is widely recognized in Indonesia. Purple sweet potato has the potential to be used as an antibacterial agent to overcome infections caused by Staphyloccus aureus (S. aureus). Therefore, a study was performed with the aim of determining the effectiveness of purple sweet potato extract (Ipomoea batatas L.) aga…
Hyperthyroidism is a thyroid disorder most commonly due to Graves' disease, a multifactorial autoimmune disorder. Vitamin D is known to have an immunomodulatory function through the Vitamin D Receptor (VDR), which plays a role in both the innate and adaptive immune system. This suggests that vitamin D may influence the immune response in Graves' disease. Autoantibodies in Graves' disease, known…
Preeclampsia is hypertension in pregnancy with a systolic blood pressure ≥140 mmHg or a diastolic blood pressure ≥90 mmHg on two separate tests taken 4 hours apart at a gestational age of more than 20 weeks accompanied by new-onset proteinuria. Preeclampsia can worsen with severe features which may lead to seizure (eclampsia). Magnesium sulfate is used in preeclampsia with severe features a…