Background: Grieving is an experience of deep mental suffering. It is a very individual process. Grief over the loss of a spouse can have an impact on both physical and mental health.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground And Objective: According to microbiological investigations, microorganisms, especially Lactobacillus strains, considerably increase after using fixed orthodontic appliances. One of the Lactobacilli bacteria found in the oral cavity is . The purpose of this study was to compare the adhesion of to metal and ceramic brackets with coated and uncoated nickel titanium (NiTi) orthodontic archwires.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPrevious studies have explored nanofat stimulating tissue regeneration and maturation, promoting remodeling through its rich content of growth factors and stem cells; however, comprehensive data on its use in full-thickness wounds remains limited. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of combining nanofat with freeze-dried human amniotic membrane (FDHAM) for treating full-thickness wounds in a rabbit model. An animal experimental study using a post-test control group design was conducted.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe burden of herpes zoster (HZ) is recognized worldwide; however, there is seemingly limited information on incidence and vaccination practices in Southeast Asia (SEA). A scientific workshop was held by the Zoster Experts' Network to exchange and consolidate insights on the burden of HZ and the patient pathway in SEA. The workshop included practicing clinical experts and public health specialists/epidemiologists from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Primary dysmenorrhea (PD) is characterized by discomfort with no organic etiology (no pelvic disease), recurring pain, or lower abdominal cramps that start between the first 8-72 h of menstruation. Cupping therapy uses a tool to form a vacuum at certain points on the skin.
Objectives: We investigated the mechanism of pain relief caused by cupping therapy in primary dysmenorrhea that is played by cupping therapy in PD.
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate the accuracy of few-time-points (FTP) time-integrated activity coefficients (TIACs) in peptide-receptor radionuclide therapy (PRRT) using non-linear mixed-effects (NLME) modeling.
Methods: Biokinetic data of [In]In-DOTA-TATE in kidneys at T-1 = (2.9 ± 0.
Background: Although both hemodialysis and continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) are covered by national healthcare insurance, 98% of kidney failure disease patients are treated with hemodialysis. This study compared the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and utility scores of patients receiving hemodialysis and CAPD in Indonesia and determined factors associated with HRQoL and utility scores.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed using the Kidney Disease Quality of Life-36 and EQ-5D-5L instruments at six hospitals.
Background: The prevalence of confirmed cases of COVID-19 is high and tends to continue to increase in Indonesia. Based on data, the Province of South Kalimantan, Indonesia in early mid-2021 experienced a high spike in cases, resulting in a large number of deaths, especially in Banjar Regency. Active COVID-19 cases in South Kalimantan in July 2021 were recorded at 5,279 (12.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe amputation rate resulting from electrical burn injuries remains high, yet no study has investigated whether early fasciotomy may reduce the amputation rate. The aim of this study was to analyze the success rate of fasciotomy in preventing amputation and determine the optimal timing for fasciotomy in electrical burn injuries. This study was conducted at Dr.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAdlay is an edible high nutritious minor cereal. The research aimed to study the adlay performance when cultivated intercropped on young teak ( L.f.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBullying can occur in various settings, including workplace, home, neighbourhood, playground and others. The framework for examining bullying in the current narrative employed 8 methodical processes for concept analysis, including selecting a concept, determining the analysis's goals or purpose, identifying all of the concept's applications, identifying its defining characteristics, developing additional cases, building a case model, identifying antecedents and consequences, and selecting empirical references. The current narrative review comprised search on ProQuest, PubMed and Scopus databases for relevant literature with the aim of improving understanding related to bullying, which is wrong as it hurts other people.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: To assess the emotional development of school-aged children.
Methods: The descriptive, analytical study was carried out on children of elementary schools in the Semarang City area in January 2022. Included were children aged 6-12 years with active elementary school status.
Objective: This study aimed to conduct a psychometric evaluation of the Adherence to Refills and Medications Scale (ARMS) among patients with HIV/AIDS in Indonesia.
Methods: Psychometric analysis was conducted at 2 hospitals and 7 public health centers at the voluntary counseling and testing clinic. Content validity was measured by assessing the relevance and clarity of each ARMS item.
Obesity is a global health concern owing to its association with numerous degenerative diseases and the fact that it may lead to early aging. Various markers of aging, including telomere attrition, epigenetic alterations, altered protein homeostasis, mitochondrial dysfunction, cellular senescence, stem cell disorders, and intercellular communication, are influenced by obesity. Consequently, there is a critical need for safe and effective approaches to prevent obesity and mitigate the onset of premature aging.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFNat Prod Res
July 2024
This study reported the effects of particle size of dry powder and the optimum solvent extraction on the nutraceutical value of carrot by observing its FT-IR fingerprint, TPC, TFC, and antioxidant activity. The dried-powdered carrot was ultrasound-assisted extracted using EtOH, water, and EtOH-water. The TFC, TPC, and antioxidant activity were analysed by a colorimetric method using a spectrophotometry UV-Vis.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground And Objectives: There were 82.4 million new gonorrhoea cases worldwide in 2020. Dual treatment with ceftriaxone or cefixime and azithromycin or doxycycline is currently recommended for gonorrhoea in Indonesia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDengue has become a public health concern in Indonesia since it was first found in 1968. This study aims to determine dengue hotspot areas and analyze the spatiotemporal distribution of dengue and its association with dominant climate parameters nationally. Monthly data for dengue and climate observations (i.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Biomater Sci Polym Ed
August 2024
Periodontitis is a common chronic inflammatory disease primarily caused by the prevalence of bacterial overgrowth resulting in the development of an inflammatory condition that destroys the tooth's supporting tissues and eventual tooth loss. Comparatively, to other treatment methods, it is difficult for topical antibacterial drugs to effectively permeate the biofilm's physical barrier, making conventional therapy for periodontitis more challenging. This novel study combines thermosensitive hydrogel with microparticles (MPs) to enhance the targeted delivery of metronidazole (MET) to the periodontal pocket.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHuman immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) remains a serious health threat in Indonesia. In particular, the CRF01_AE viruses were the predominant HIV-1 strains in various cities in Indonesia. However, information on the dynamic transmission characteristics and spatial-temporal transmission of HIV-1 CRF01_AE in Indonesia is limited.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFUnlabelled: Collaboration between government and communities in disaster management has been demonstrated to create disaster risk reduction initiatives. However, implementing such collaboration poses challenges within regions characterised by dualism in governance. This study aims to investigate the disaster management system for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the context of dualism governance, where the state holds administrative control.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The experiences and perceptions of Community Health Workers toward mental illness are vital for tailoring interventions, reducing stigma, improving access to services, and fostering community engagement in mental health initiatives.
Aims: This study investigates the experiences of community health worker and their perception of mental illness.
Methods: A multi-settings cross-sectional study was conducted among 487 Community Health Workers.