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A Patient With Graves’ Disease And Thyroid-Associated Orbitopathy Undergoing Radioactive Iodine in Dr. Soetomo General Academic Hospital, Surabaya Rizki Adrian Hakim; Stepanus Massora; Delfitri Lutfi; Hermina Novida
Biomolecular and Health Science Journal Vol. 4 No. 1 (2021): Biomolecular and Health Science Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/bhsj.v4i1.26914

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Graves’ Disease (GD) is the most common etiology of thyrotoxicosis, followed by toxic multinodular goiter and toxic adenoma. GD can be managed with anti-thyroid drugs (ATDs), surgery, or radioactive iodine (RAI). Thyroid-associated orbitopathy (TAO) or Graves’ Ophthalmopathy (GO) affects 25%-50% patients with GD, and its presence usually dissuade clinicians to use RAI in treating hyperthyroidism. The presence of GO is a relative contraindication use of RAI in patients with GD, as RAI can worsen existing GO. Corticosteroid prophylaxis can be given to such patients to reduce likelihood of worsening of GO. However, patient with moderate to severe active GO is currently advised against undergoing RAI. Established guidelines recommend the use of corticosteroid prophylaxis in these patients. We reported a patients with GD and orbitopathy who was treated with RAI and was given steroid prophylaxis to prevent worsening of GO.
The Characteristics of Children with UTI Due to ESBL-producing Bacteria at Dr. Soetomo General Hospital, Surabaya Ida Fitriawati; Manik Retno Wahyunitisari; Risky Vitria Prasetyo; Dwiyanti Puspitasari; Tuksin Jearanaiwitayakul
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/bhsj.v4i1.25392

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Introduction: Urinary tract infection (UTI) by extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing bacteria often results in a delay in obtaining appropriate antibiotics. The information on patients’ clinical characteristics is necessary for early recognition and the selection of empiric antibiotic therapy. This study aims to investigate the clinical characteristics and the length of therapy of patients with urinary tract infections by those resistant bacteria.Method: This study utilizes a cross-sectional design. Medical records of hospitalized children aged 1-18 months with UTI due to ESBL-producing bacteria at Dr. Soetomo general hospital between January 1, 2017 - July 20, 2020, were reviewed retrospectively. Variables of interest were the demographic data, underlying diseases, causative organism, clinical presentation, maximal body temperature, and length of antibiotic therapy.Results: Among 37 patients enrolled, 25 patients were female. The incidence of urinary tract infection in children was dominated by age 1-12 months old (37.8%). Urological abnormalities were presented in 62.2% of patients. ESBL-producing Escherichia coli was the most common isolated uropathogen (62.2%). High fever was found in 10/28 patients (35.7%). In 17 patients (45.9%), the total duration of antibiotic therapy was 8-14 days.Conclusion: In children with UTI, especially in the infant group, who had urological abnormality or present with a high fever, and who do not respond to empiric therapy should be suspected of developing UTI due to ESBL-producing bacteria.
A Systematic Review On The Outcomes Of Fibular Strut Graft For Femoral Neck Fractures In Adults Bintang Soetjahjo; Udi Heru Nefihancoro; Rieva Ermawan; Gilang Teguh Pratama
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/bhsj.v4i1.26912

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Introduction: Femoral neck fractures are a type of intracapsular hip fracture which also be found in younger patients who suffered from high-energy trauma such as vehicle accidents. Non-union and avascular necrosis are the most frequent complications following femoral neck fractures. In this study, we reviewed the outcomes of fibular grafting techniques for femoral neck fractures in adults.Methods: Online libraries PubMed, Cochrane Library and Scopus were searched for relevant papers. We searched for scientific publications published between 2009 and 2020. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were used, and prespecified characteristic were extracted from each study.Results: We found 172 papers relevant to the topic. At last, we included 6 papers in this systematic review with a total of 198 patients. Fibular strut graft for femoral neck fractures have shown excellent outcomes, uniting 177 (89,39%) of 198 fractures reviewed. Overall, 15 patients (7,57%) experiencing non-union and 12 patients (6,06%) having avascular necrosis.Conclusion: The outcomes of the intervention turned out to be excellent, assessed by both functional outcome criteria and radiographic bony union. It is important to established a consensus on surgical intervention for femoral neck fractures, specifically including fibular strut grafting.
Maximizing Millennial Students Role in Combating COVID-19 Hoaxes and Myths Astri Dewayani; Euvanggelia Dwilda Ferdinandus; Rizki Putra Prastio; Indah Fahmiyah; Amila Sofiah; Rodik Wahyu Indrawan; Mochammad Nurul; Gagas Gayuh Aji; Nanda Rachmad Putra Gofur; Siti Khaerunnisa; Dewi Sriani; Yankel Sena
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/bhsj.v4i1.26910

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Introduction: Since the outbreak of Corona Disease-19 (COVID-19) spreads all over the world, various ways of health attempts have been conducted. However, overflowed information intertwines with mis/disinformation could raise public anxiety and stigma-related diseases. We aimed to assess the help of the young generation of millennials and Gen-Z whom are active college students in debunking hoaxes and myths of COVID-19 into their community.Method: The selected students were given a short course on COVID-19 basic information, prevention, and circulated myths. Later, they become ambassadors and actively educated via offline and online platforms. The impact of outspread information on audiences was investigated through a qualitative survey.Result: The knowledge of students were measured by pre- and post-test within the short course. Prior knowledge showed the least understanding part was prevention and myth of COVID-19. There was a significant improvement of knowledge in post-test after receiving seminar (p=0.0002). There were 97 respondents who filled the online survey that predominantly in young adulthood age. Respondent's insight was enhanced and they likely intend to spread the actual information to their surroundings.Conclusion: Appointing student as the spokesperson for health education can raise their social responsibility. Clarifying misinformation and health behaviour could be more influential within the same sharing community. In addition, the use of various online platforms could efficiently reach massive target, especially young ages.
Antimalarial Activity of Ethanol Extract of Noni Leaves (Morinda citrifolia) towards Parasitemia, Splenomegaly, and Hepatomegaly in Plasmodium berghei ANKA Infected Mice Putri Rahayu; Yetti Hernaningsih; Heny Arwati
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/bhsj.v4i1.26913

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Introduction: Malaria is one of the infectious diseases found in tropical countries and sub-tropical countries. In 2016 there were an estimated 445,000 people died to malaria. Alternative medicine is needed, such as natural based ingredient. Morinda citrifolia or noni plant is a medicinal plant found in all parts of Indonesia which has many benefits, such as antibacterial, analgesic, anticancer, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory. The aims of this study were to determine the antimalarial activity of ethanol extract of noni leaves and its effect on splenomegaly and hepatomegaly.Methods: Extract of noni leaves was prepared by maceration using ethanol solvent. In vivo experiments were conducted using Plasmodium berghei infected BALB/c mice treated with the doses of 100, 10, 1 mg/kg body weight(BW) orally of ethanolic extract of noni leaves. Then, the percentage of parasitemia was calculated from day 1 to day 4 after treatment and at the end of the test, mice were sacrificed then spleen and liver were collected. Results: The highest parasite growth was found in the group treated with noni leaves ethanol extract at a dose of 1 mg/kg WB and vice versa. Probit analysis resulted in ED50 was 0.882 mg/kg WB. Spearmen test showed there was no correlation between doses and the size of splenomegaly with p=0,2 and between doses and the size of hepatomegaly with p=0,6.Conclusion: Ethanol extract of noni leaves possessed antimalaria activity and there was no correlation between doses of extract and t he splenomegaly and hepatomegaly.
Six Commandments of Treatment Protocols During Covid-19 Pandemic in Dentistry Agung Sosiawan; Dian Agustin Wahjuningrum; Anuj Bhardwaj; Kratika Mishra; Sheetal Khandelwal; Amit Bhardwaj; Shivani Bhardwaj
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/bhsj.v4i1.27427

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In December 2019, an outbreak in the city of Wuhan, Hubei China occurred and was named COVID- 19 by the World Health Organization and declared as a pandemic on January 30, 2020. The etiologic agent of acute respiratory disease is the novel corona virus 2019 (2019-nCoV) or the extreme acute respiratory syndrome corona virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). During many dental operations, aerosols are produced and these aerosol methods, which are major problems for dentists, have become the main area of concern in dentistry. Dentists are at greatest risk since they are located close to the oropharynx. This study summarizes the effect of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on dental care, administration, and emergency dental treatment service. It also identifies COVID-19 and explains about six commandments for dental practitioners during the treatment process to be practiced during the pandemic.
Distribution Genotype High Risk (HR) And Low Risk (LR) Human Papillomavirus (HPV) at Condyloma Acuminata Gondo Mastutik; Alphania Rahniayu; Dwi Murtiastutik; Afria Arista; Trisniartami Setyaningrum; Nabiha Missaoui; Suhartono Taat Putra
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/bhsj.v4i1.26250

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Introduction: Condyloma acuminata that is also known as genital warts are one of the most common sexually transmitted that caused by infection of Human papillomavirus (HPV). Persistent infection of Low Risk (LR) or High risk (HR) HPV is a risk factor for progress into benign or malignant cancer. The objective is to analyze distribution of genotype LR-HPV and HR-HPV at condyloma acuminata in anogenital region. Methods: A cross sectional study using were 36 lesions from men and women of condyloma acuminata patients. All subject signed the informed consent and ethic obtained from our institution, number 382/Panke.KKE/V/2016. The specimen was used to histopathological examination and to identified 40 genotypes of HPV using a reverse line blot assay.Results: The All patients were diagnosed as condyloma acuminata, some with focus dysplasia and koilocytosis. All patients were positive for HPV, including LR-HPV were HPV 6, 11, 42, 54, 61, 81,87,89 and HR-HPV were HPV 18, 26, 45, 51, 52, 66, 67, 68B, 69, 82. The single infection of LR-HPV was 44.4%, multiple infection LR/LR-HPV was 13,9% and the multiple infection of LR/HR-HPV was 41.7%. The LR-HPV infected 70,6% and HR-HPV infected 29,4%.  Conclusion: LR-HPV is the major infection of condyloma acuminata, in single infection or multiple infection with HR-HPV. The most common infections were HPV 11, followed by HPV 6, HPV 18, HPV 51, and HPV 82. The determination of genotype of HPV can be used to predict the malignant transformation.
A review of miRNAs accuracy as a diagnostic biomarker in COPD patients Rexel Kuatama; Louis Fabio Jonathan Jusni; Christa Karina
Biomolecular and Health Science Journal Vol. 4 No. 1 (2021): Biomolecular and Health Science Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/bhsj.v4i1.24432

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Introduction: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the third highest leading cause of early death amongst other non-communicable diseases characterized by irreversible limitations of airflow. Current reliable classification relies on forced expiratory volume in the first second (FEV1) and forced vital capacity (FVC) measured on spirometry. In order to provide more effective and individualized management, new markers are needed. Accumulating studies has shown the role of miRNA in the pathogenesis of COPD and the progression of the disease. This review aims to provide overview of the diagnostic capabilities of miRNA and identify gaps of knowledge for further studies. Methods: A review based on Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta Analyses (PRISMA) was conducted with the database from Pubmed, Science Direct, and Proquest using the key word ("mirna" or "microrna") AND ("copd" or "chronic obstructive pulmonary disease") and diagnostic. Inclusion criteria includes studies that reported diagnostic accuracy of miRNA in patients within the last 10 years. Results: A total of nine studies has reported diagnostic accuracies of miRNA in distinguishing COPD and normal, COPD and AECOPD, and other subtypes of COPD Conclusion: Retrospective diagnostic analyses of miRNAs have shown several promising AUC and need to be followed up with reliable prospective designs. Further diagnostics studies, in particular those with clinical values, need to be conducted.
Front Matter Volume 4 No.1 2021 Front Matter
Biomolecular and Health Science Journal Vol. 4 No. 1 (2021): Biomolecular and Health Science Journal
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The Bacterial Pneumonia Characteristics based on Climate and Meteorological Parameters in Indonesia, the Tropical Country: A Preliminary Study Bramantono Bramantono; Brian Eka Rachman; Erika Marfiani; Neneng Dewi Kurniati; Muhammad Vitanata Arifijanto; Tuksin Jearanaiwitayakul
Biomolecular and Health Science Journal Vol. 4 No. 1 (2021): Biomolecular and Health Science Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/bhsj.v4i1.26926

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Introduction: As a tropical country, Indonesia has the potential to influence the characteristics of infectious diseases. The purpose of this study was to see how the pattern of pneumonia on various weather components such as rainfall, humidity, and temperature.Methods: This study was carried by retrospective screening in the infectious ward in one of the tertiary referral hospitals.Results: A total of 876 cases of pneumonia from eight treatment rooms were included in the study. The highest pneumonia cases occurred in February with 239 (27.2%) cases followed in April and May with 169 (19.2%) and 159 (18.2%) cases respectively. After microbiological examination, bacterial growth was found in 191 cases. The highest number of bacteria was found in February with 62 (32%), followed by May with 33 (17.2%) and April with 31 (16.2%) samples. Most of the bacterial grown were gram-negative (94.3%), dominated by Klebsiella pneumoniae (35%), followed by Acinetobacter baumanii 17.2%  and Pseudomonas aeruginosa  12%. On the examination of antibiotic sensitivity, it was found that amikacin has a consistently high sensitivity (90%) for pneumonia caused by most bacterial causes (Acinetobacter baumanii, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Escherichia coli).Conclusion: The study did not show any remarkable bacterial patterns based on weather components such as rainfall, humidity, and temperature during the rainy season. However, increasing the surveillance period will provide a better insight into the bacterial pattern and can compare it in the rainy and dry seasons.

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