Background. Chronic cervicitis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the cervix lasting for more than three months and is frequently found in women of reproductive age. This condition can be caused by microbial infections, trauma, or other non-infectious factors. This study aims to describe the clinical cytopathological characteristics of patients with chronic cervicitis at RSUP Dr. M…
Background. Tension-Type Headache (TTH) is one of the most common primary headaches among young adults, especially medical students who are often exposed to intense academic pressure and long hours of gadget use. Digital devices play an important role in daily learning activities, yet prolonged screen time may contribute to physical complaints, including TTH. This study aimed to explore whether…
Background: Retinoblastoma is the most common intraocular malignancy in children and remains associated with high mortality in developing countries due to delayed diagnosis and limited access to care. Epidemiological data in Indonesia, especially in Palembang, are limited. This study aimed to describe the prevalence and characteristics of retinoblastoma patients at Mohammad Hoesin General Hospi…
Introduction. Temporary pacemaker (TPM) is used to manage severe bradycardia, defined as a heart rate
Background: Management of drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) has improved with the introduction of shorter regimens following the approval of bedaquiline in 2012. Despite its benefits, bedaquiline carries a black box warning due to its potential to prolong the QT interval, raising concerns about cardiotoxicity. This study aimed to evaluate changes in QTcF, determine the prevalence of QT prolon…
Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) is a collection of symptoms related to prolonged use of digital devices, such as eye strain, dry eyes, and visual disturbances. CVS is a common health issue, especially among university students who frequently use computers for academic activities. This study aims to determine the incidence and risk factors of CVS among students of the Faculty of Medicine, Sriwija…
Pendahuluan: ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) merupakan bentuk tersering sindrom koroner akut dengan risiko morbiditas dan mortalitas yang tinggi. Lama rawat inap menjadi salah satu indikator prognosis. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membandingkan akurasi skor risiko GRACE dan klasifikasi Killip dalam memprediksi lama rawat inap pada pasien STEMI di RS Mohammad Hoesin Palembang. Metod…
Latar Belakang: Penyakit ginjal kronik (PGK) merupakan masalah kesehatan dengan beban morbiditas dan mortalitas yang tinggi, terutama pada pasien dengan faktor risiko seperti hipertensi dan diabetes melitus. Pada stadium lanjut, penurunan fungsi ginjal yang progresif sering memerlukan terapi pengganti ginjal berupa hemodialisis. Pemetaan karakteristik pasien hemodialisis diperlukan sebagai dasa…
Background: Acinetobacter baumannii is an opportunistic pathogen that frequently causes nosocomial infections, especially in patients treated in the intensive care unit (ICU). This bacterium is known for its resistance to many types of antibiotics and has shown a rising trend in infection rates over the past few years. Methods: This study is a retrospective descriptive research that utilizes me…
Background. Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) is the most common hematologic malignancy in children, characterized by abnormal lymphoblastic. Prognosis and treatment evaluation are generally performed through invasive bone marrow examination as gold standard. Therefore, non-invasive hematological parameters are needed to predict prognosis. Platelet involved in bone marrow activation and hemost…
Background: Nasopharyngeal non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is an extranodal lymphoid malignancy of the head and neck that is treated with systemic chemotherapy. Chemotherapy may be accompanied by changes in hematological parameters; therefore, monitoring of hematological profiles is required. Data regarding the hematological profile of patients with nasopharyngeal NHL in Indonesia are still limited.…
Meningioma is the most commonly diagnosed primary tumor of the central nervous system, with the majority being benign (WHO Grade I). Imaging modalities such as CT-Scan and MRI play a crucial role in the diagnosis and evaluation of meningioma. This study aims to describe the imaging features of brain scans in meningioma patients at Dr. Mohammad Hoesin General Hospital Palembang during the period…
Background: Epidural hematoma (EDH) is defined as the accumulation of blood between the dura mater and the internal table due to trauma. Epidural hematoma occupies intracranial space, which can cause rapid expansion of bleeding. This causes pressure on the brain and triggers clinical manifestations such as decreased consciousness, reversible or irreversible disability, and even death. GCS is th…
Background. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic multisystem autoimmune disease characterized by the production of autoantibodies and excessive immune activation, resulting in widespread organ damage. Immunosuppressive therapy constitutes a cornerstone in the management of SLE by suppressing abnormal immune responses and preventing further organ injury. The effectiveness of such ther…
Neck pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints across various age groups, including elementary school-aged children, and may be influenced by postural factors such as Forward Head Posture (FHP). This study aimed to analyze the relationship between FHP and neck pain among elementary school students. An observational analytic study with a cross-sectional design was conducted invol…
Background: Ameloblastoma was the most commonly found benign odontogenic tumor in the mandible. This tumor showed aggresive local growth and was often diagnosed late due to its non-specific early symptoms. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of ameloblastoma at Dr. Mohammad Hoesin General Hospital, Palembang, based on age, gender , tumor location, histopathological type, and treatment …
This study examines the use of the Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) algorithm for eye disease classification based on retinal images. The research methodology involves collecting a dataset from the Kaggle website, named eye_disease_classification, which includes four main categories: normal, cataract, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma, with a total of 4,233 images before augmentation. The da…
Introduction : Low back pain (LBP) is a global health problem that significantly impacts quality of life. LBP can be classified as inflammatory or non-inflammatory. Recently, the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR) have been studied as practical, accessible, and economical inflammatory biomarkers, potentially supporting evaluation of inflammatory processe…
Mechanism of Gut Microbiota Dysbiosis in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Through the Assessment of Microbial Count, Zonulin, Short Chain Fatty Acids, Insulin-like Growth Factor-1, Homeostasis Model Assessment of Insulin Resistance, and Ovarian Follicle Count Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with insulin resistance is a complex endocrine disorder involving multifactorial interactions betwe…
Background: Systolic blood pressure (SBP) is presumed to influence intraocular pressure (IOP), which is a major risk factor for glaucoma. However, previous studies have shown inconsistent findings. Furthermore, research directly assessing the relationship between SBP and primary angle-closure glaucoma (ACG) remains limited. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze the relationship between SBP and…
Di Kabupaten Ogan Ilir, ISPA merupakan salah satu penyakit yang sering terjadi. Karakteristik balita dan faktor perilaku ibu sering menjadi faktor risiko terjadinya ISPA pada balita. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui hubungan antara faktor perilaku ibu dengan kejadian ISPA pada balita di Kelurahan Indralaya Raya Kabupaten Ogan Ilir tahun 2024. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain …
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic, which has spread worldwide and resulted in fatalities, has had a significant impact. Globally, as of March 7, 2023, there have been 759,408,703 confirmed cases of COVID-19, including 6,866,434 deaths, reported to the WHO. Indonesia ranked first in the highest number of COVID-19 cases in ASEAN in 2021, with a total of 4,253,598 cases. According to the Indonesia…
Tuberculosis (TB) cases in Palembang City showed an increase in 2022. The incidence rate (IR) of TB is greatly influenced by host factors (age, gender, and BCG immunization coverage) and environment (population density and regional altitude). To understand the distribution of TB cases in Palembang City by sub-district, it is necessary to conduct research using geographic information systems (GI…
Contributing Factors to Peripheral Nerve Conduction in Children with Type 1 Diabetes Background: (T1DM) in children results from autoimmune destruction of pancreatic β-cells, leading to absolute insulin deficiency and chronic hyperglycemia. This condition poses a risk for long-term complications, including diabetic peripheral neuropathy, which may affect sensory, motor, or autonomic nerves and…
Anak dengan diabetes melitus tipe 1 (DMT1) memiliki risiko lebih tinggi mengalami gangguan perilaku akibat beban penyakit kronis yang dialaminya. Gangguan ini dapat memengaruhi perkembangan sosial, prestasi akademik, dan kualitas hidup secara keseluruhan. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui prevalensi dan faktor risiko gangguan perilaku pada anak dengan DMT1. Penelitian observasional analitik d…
Background: Many problems of ineffective airway clearance are found in patients with lung cancer due to the accumulation of excessive secretions in the respiratory tract. This condition occurs due to airway obstruction, increased mucus production, and decreased ability to cough effectively, thus inhibiting the process of oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange in the lungs. Accumulation of secretion…
ABSTRACT Factors Associated Constipation in Children with Cerebral Palsy at Mohammad Hoesin Hospital Background: Cerebral palsy (CP) is a neuromotor disorder often accompanied by constipation, which can impair quality of life and worsen clinical outcomes. Several factors such as functional independence level, communication ability, use of antiepileptic drugs (AEDs), CP type, and diet are suspec…
Background: Oral mucositis is a common side effect of chemotherapy in children with cancer, which can reduce quality of life and interfere with treatment. Standard therapies such as chlorhexidine are not fully effective, prompting the need for a safe and effective adjunctive therapy. Randu honey is known to have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and tissue-healing properties. Objective: To eval…
Semakin bertambahnya usia maka semakin banyak masalah kesehatan yang muncul, salah satunya adalah hipertensi. Hipertensi atau tekanan darah tinggi adalah keadaan dimana tekanan darah arteri atau tekanan darah sistol lebih atau sama dengan 140 mmHg atau tekanan diastolik lebih atau sama dengan 90-99 mmHg. Hipertensi juga dapat terjadi karena kualitas tidur yang tidak baik pada lansia, sehingga h…
Background: End-stage renal disease requires patients to undergo long-term hemodialysis, which may lead to psychological impacts, including stress. The duration of hemodialysis is suspected to be associated with stress levels, yet data regarding patients at Dr. Mohammad Hoesin General Hospital Palembang remain limited. This study aims to analyze the relationship between the duration of hemodial…