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A Study of Relationship Between Asthma Control Test, Lung Function, & Hospitalization Putra, M Yusuf Adira; Tarigan, Amira Permatasari; Pradana, Andika; Resti, Riska; Ramadhani, Adini Arifah; Nasution, Syafiah Amalina
Journal of Society Medicine Vol. 3 No. 12 (2024): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47353/jsocmed.v3i12.179

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Introduction: The Asthma Control Test (ACT), developed in 2004, is a crucial tool for assessing asthma control. It facilitates discussions between patients and healthcare providers, guiding treatment decisions based on symptom severity. ACT evaluates symptoms over the past four weeks, while pulmonary function tests like forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) and peak expiratory flow (PEF) provide objective measures of airway function, offering complementary insights. Method: This cross-sectional study was conducted at Prof. Chairuddin Panusunan Lubis USU Hospital. Asthma patients were recruited, their characteristics documented through interviews, and spirometry was performed to assess lung function. Results: A significant proportion of patients had uncontrolled asthma based on ACT scores, which correlated with decreased lung function and higher risks of exacerbations. The study also explored characteristics of lung adenocarcinoma patients. Most were male (76.4%), heavy smokers (70.6%), and aged over 60 (52.9%). A majority (70.6%) were at Stage IVA, with pleural metastases being the most common. ALK mutations were detected in 5.8% of cases using immunohistochemistry. Conclusion: Achieving optimal asthma control remains a priority to reduce exacerbation risks and improve outcomes. ACT is a practical, patient-centered tool for identifying uncontrolled asthma and guiding management strategies. The adenocarcinoma findings highlight the need for early detection and targeted therapies in lung cancer care. These results reinforce the value of combining patient-reported outcomes and objective tests in disease management.
Relationship Between Asthma Therapy Types, Pulmonary Function, and Asthma Control in Primary Healthcare Facilities in Medan Darmawan, Nengah; Tarigan, Amira Permatasari; Pradana, Andika
Journal of Society Medicine Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71197/jsocmed.v4i2.194

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Introduction: Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease that affects millions globally. Effective asthma therapy is essential for improving pulmonary function and achieving asthma control. However, many patients remain uncontrolled despite treatment. This study aims to evaluate the relationship between asthma therapy types, pulmonary function, and asthma control in primary healthcare facilities in Medan. Method: This retrospective descriptive study utilized medical records of asthma patients from May 2022 to May 2023 at several primary healthcare centers in Medan. Data collected included demographic characteristics, asthma therapy types (inhaler vs. inhaler + oral), pulmonary function (APE prediction), and asthma control levels. Chi-Square tests were performed to assess statistical associations. Results: The study found that most asthma patients were female (83.3%) and over 50 years old (62.5%). Regarding pulmonary function, 73.0% of patients had an APE prediction of ≥60%, indicating relatively good lung function. However, asthma control remained poor, with 68.8% of patients classified as uncontrolled. The majority of patients (68.8%) used inhalers as their primary therapy, while 31.2% received a combination of inhaler and oral medication. Statistical analysis showed no significant relationship between the type of asthma therapy and pulmonary function (p = 1.000), nor between the type of therapy and asthma control level (p = 0.067). Conclusion: The study found no significant relationship between asthma therapy type, pulmonary function, and asthma control level. These findings suggest that other factors, such as therapy adherence, proper inhaler technique, and medication adjustments, may contribute to asthma control.
Profil Tatalaksana ICS/LABA pada Pasien Asma Persisten Sedang di Poliklinik Paru RS Prof. Chairuddin Panusunan Lubis Universitas Sumatera Utara Resti, Riska; Tarigan, Amira Permatasari; Pradana, Andika; Wahyuni, Arlinda Sari
ANATOMICA MEDICAL JOURNAL | AMJ Vol 8, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30596/amj.v8i2.23821

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Asma adalah penyakit heterogen kronis yang paling umum pada saluran pernapasan di wilayah Asia-Pasifik dengan tingkat kontrol asma tertinggi adalah asma yang terkontrol sebagian yaitu 63%, diikuti oleh asma yang tidak terkontrol sebesar 30% dan asma yang terkontrol penuh sebesar 7%. Tujuan penelitian adalah untuk mengetahui profil penggunaan ICS/LABA berdasarkan tingkat kontrol asma. Penelitian dilakukan dengan metode retrospektif kohort analitik menggunakan 61 rekam medis dari 1 Januari 2017 hingga 31 Desember 2019. Subjek penelitian adalah pasien dengan asma persisten sedang yang menerima terapi ICS/LABA selama minimal 3 bulan. Analisis statistik deskriptif digunakan untuk menilai profil pengobatan ICS/LABA pada hasil klinis. Jenis kelamin didominasi oleh perempuan sebanyak 48 orang (78,7%), rentang usia 41-50 tahun sebanyak 20 orang (32,8%). Pada karakteristik pengobatan didominasi oleh ICS/LABA jenis Diskus Salmeterol/Fluticason propionat dosis 50/250 mcg sebanyak 33 orang (54,1%) dan ICS/LABA jenis Turbuhaler Formoterol Fumarat/Budesonide dosis 4,5/160 mcg sebanyak 28 orang (45,9%). Proporsi tingkat kontrol asma tertinggi adalah asma terkontrol sebagian sebanyak 44 orang (70,5%). Profil penatalaksanaan yang bervariasi didapatkan dengan mayoritas penggunaan ICS/LABA adalah jenis Diskus Salmeterol/Fluticason propionat dengan dosis 50/250 mcg.Kata Kunci : asma persisten sedang, ics/laba, profil tatalaksana
The Effect of Providing Digital Education Through Smartphone Applications on Control Level of Asthma Patients at Outpatient Clinic University of North Sumatra Hospital Medan Pohan, Indah Triana Sari; Tarigan, Amira Permatasari; Pandiaman, Pandia; Erna, Mutiara
Journal of Society Medicine Vol. 4 No. 4 (2025): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71197/jsocmed.v4i4.199

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Introduction: Asthma is a chronic airway disease where achieving and maintaining asthma control is the main goal of management. Effective asthma control requires good patient self-management, including the ability to recognize symptoms and take appropriate action. This study aimed to assess the effect of digital education through the Paru Sehat smartphone application on asthma control levels in patients at the Outpatient Clinic of the University of North Sumatra Hospital, Medan. Method:This study used a quasi-experimental within-subject (pre-post) design. Asthma control levels were measured using the Asthma Control Test (ACT) before and after the use of the Paru Sehat application. Data analysis was conducted using a paired t-test for normally distributed data and the Wilcoxon test for non-normal data. A p-value <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Before the intervention, 56% of patients had partially controlled asthma, 40% were uncontrolled, and only 4% were fully controlled. After using the Paru Sehat application, the proportion of fully controlled patients increased to 20%, partially controlled decreased to 48%, and uncontrolled cases reduced to 32%. However, this improvement was not statistically significant (p = 0.058). Conclusion: The use of the Paru Sehat application showed a trend toward improved asthma control, but the change was not statistically significant. Further research with a larger sample size and longer intervention duration may be needed to determine its effectiveness.
Intervention Effect Between Smartphone and the Knowledge in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Patients at Prof Chairuddin Panusunan Lubis General Hospital Tarigan, Amira Permatasari; Pradana, Andika; Rhinsilva, Ella; Ramadhani, Adini Arifah; Sihombing, Benny; Monica, Nanda Soraya; Vera, Yeni
SCRIPTA SCORE Scientific Medical Journal Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): SCRIPTA SCORE Scientific Medical Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/scripta.v5i2.14694

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Background: Health applications can assist in managing chronic patients such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). A smartphone application “Paru Sehat” is expected to help COPD patients increase their knowledge about the disease and its treatment. Objective: This study aims to examine the benefits of smartphone applications “Paru Sehat” on the level of knowledge of patients with the COPD about the disease and its treatment. Methods: A quasi-experimental studies were conducted in outpatient of stable COPD patients at Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine Universitas Sumatera Utara Hospital. This research was conducted from March to June 2022. A questionnaire which elaborated question about COPD and its treatment were used to evaluate the level of knowledge of participants before and after 3 months of using smartphone application “Paru Sehat”. Results: From a sample of 38 COPD patients, the average knowledge level of COPD patients before using the “Paru Sehat” application as 5.125; after using the smartphone application, it was 8.5625. The hypothesis test shows that the value of p = 0.000, indicating an increase in the level of knowledge about COPD and its treatment. Out of 38 patients, all research subjects were male with the most age being 60 to 70 years old, having a history of heavy smoking and the highest level of severity of COPD 2. Conclusion: “Paru Sehat” application can influence the knowledge of COPD patients about their illness and treatment as well as the patient's independence in dealing with their illness. Keyword: COPD, level of patient knowledge, smarthphone application Latar Belakang: Aplikasi kesehatan dapat membantu dalam menangani pasien kronis seperti Penyakit Paru Obstruktif Kronik (PPOK). Aplikasi smartphone “Paru Sehat” diharapkan dapat membantu pasien PPOK meningkatkan pengetahuannya tentang penyakit dan pengobatannya. Tujuan: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menilai manfaat dari aplikasi smartphone “Paru Sehat” untuk tingkat pengetahuan pasien PPOK mengenai penyakit dan pengobatannya.  Metode: Penelitian quasi eksperimental dilakukan pada pasien PPOK stabil rawat jalan di Pulmonologi dan Kedokteran Respirasi Rumah Sakit Universitas Sumatera Utara. Penelitian ini dilakukan antara bulan Maret 2022 hingga Juni 2022. Kuesioner yang berisi pertanyaan tentang PPOK dan pengobatannya digunakan untuk mengevaluasi tingkat pengetahuan peserta sebelum dan sesudah 3 bulan menggunakan aplikasi smartphone “Paru Sehat”. Hasil: Dari sampel 38 pasien PPOK, rata-rata tingkat pengetahuan pasien PPOK sebelum menggunakan aplikasi smartphone “Paru Sehat” adalah 5,125; setelah menggunakan aplikasi smartphone menjadi 8.5625. Uji hipotesis menunjukkan nilai p = 0,000 yang menunjukkan adanya peningkatan tingkat pengetahuan tentang PPOK dan pengobatannya. Dari 38 pasien, seluruh subjek penelitian berjenis kelamin laki-laki dengan usia terbanyak yaitu 60 hingga 70 tahun, memiliki riwayat perokok berat dan tingkat keparahan PPOK 2 tertinggi (GOLD 2). Kesimpulan: Aplikasi “Paru Sehat” dapat mempengaruhi pengetahuan pasien PPOK tentang penyakitnya dan pengobatannya serta kemandirian pasien dalam menghadapi penyakitnya. Kata Kunci: Aplikasi smartphone, PPOK, tingkat pengetahuan pasien
Effects of Upper Arm and Breathing Exercise on Interleukin-6 in COVID-19 Patients Tarigan, Amira Permatasari; Listyoko, Aditya Sri; Pandia, Pandiaman; Pradana, Andika; Eyanoer, Putri Chairani; Sinaga, Sudirman Parningotan; Vera, Yeni; Firdaus, Ruby; Ramadhani, Adini Arifah
Jurnal Respirasi Vol. 10 No. 1 (2024): January 2024
Publisher : Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/jr.v10-I.1.2024.36-41

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Introduction: COVID-19 disease has become a comprehensive world issue and has been declared a significant threat to global health. Interleukin-6 (IL-6) is an important inflammatory marker and one of the triggers of the cytokine storm in COVID-19, where increased levels can be an independent predictor of COVID-19 mortality. This study aimed to observe the effect of upper arm and breathing exercises on IL-6 levels in severe COVID-19 patients. Methods: The study design was quasi-experimental, with blood tests conducted before and after the examination. A total of 20 patients with confirmed COVID-19 were involved, divided into intervention and control groups. Results: Blood tests to determine baseline IL-6 levels were performed in all patients. Patients from the intervention group were given upper arm and breathing exercises for ten days, twice a day, via video tutorials on mobile phones, while patients from the control group did not receive any exercises. Patients from the intervention group obtained mean pre- and post-exercise IL-6 levels of 42.38 ± 48.48 and 16.78 ± 18.29, respectively (p = 0.005). Conclusion: Upper arm and breathing exercises showed significant changes in IL-6 levels in severe COVID-19 patients.
Deterioration of Respiratory Symptoms in Uncontrolled CPFE: A Case Report Raffael, Frans; Tarigan, Amira Permatasari
Jurnal Respirasi Vol. 11 No. 1 (2025): January 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/jr.v11-I.1.2025.54-61

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Introduction: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has a global impact on health and increases healthcare costs. Combined pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema (CPFE) combines interstitial lung disease (ILD) and emphysema. Excessive short-acting β2-agonist (SABA) usage escalates exacerbation risk, affecting prognosis. Case: A 44-year-old former smoker presented with worsening shortness of breath, cough, and weight loss. Examination showed respiratory distress, including wheezing. Initially, he was diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB) and COPD exacerbation. He regularly used jet nebulizers without medical supervision, and during the initial treatment, he developed acute respiratory failure, leading to acidosis. Treatment involved SABA and short-acting muscarinic-antagonist (SAMA), steroids, and oxygen therapy. In November 2023, his condition worsened, requiring emergency treatment. Radiological findings indicated CPFE. Management included nebulized medications, intravenous steroids, and antibiotics. Despite challenges, he rarely attended follow-up appointments after showing improvement, missing scheduled rehabilitation therapy, inhaler monitoring, comorbid therapy, and home oxygen monitoring. Conclusion: Combined pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema combines ILD and emphysema, causing severe respiratory impairment. Management mirrors that of COPD, involving inhalers, corticosteroids, and oxygen therapy.
A Rare Case of Completely Healed Pneumomediastinum Due to Asthma Exacerbation in A Young Male Patient Tarigan, Amira Permatasari; Pandia, Pandiaman; Pradana, Andika; Hutabarat, Eva Susanti Debora; Ramadhani, Adini Arifah
Respiratory Science Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): Respiratory Science
Publisher : Indonesian Society of Respirology (ISR)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36497/respirsci.v4i2.95

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Background: The term pneumomediastinum (PNM) refers to the presence of air within the mediastinal cavity. This illness is uncommon but can arise in adolescents with severe asthma attacks. In children aged 5 to 34, the incidence of pneumomediastinum after an acute asthma attack is 1 in 25,000. Men made up the majority of patients (76 percent of all cases). Pneumomediastinum can be diagnosed with the assistance of a chest CT scan. Case: A young man was diagnosed with pneumomediastinum due to an acute asthma attack in this case report. Symptoms of uncontrolled asthma include shortness of breath that worsens with wheezing, chest tightness, and a nonproductive cough. Since the age of 12, the patient in this instance has been receiving salbutamol inhalers. The physical examination revealed polyphonic lung respiration and subcutaneous crepitus in the neck, shoulders, and anterior chest. With adequate management of an asthma episode, pneumomediastinum recovers spontaneously, followed by recurrent symptomatic status, physical examination, and radiography examination. Discussion: Acute asthma exacerbations are one of the factors that can lead to spontaneous pneumomediastinum, in which mediastinal air can permeate the tissue and generate a pneumothorax, and if there is air in the subcutaneous area, it can lead to subcutaneous emphysema. Conclusion: Pneumomediastinum was a rare incidence, pulmonologists examining young adults with acute asthma exacerbations should evaluate for pneumomediastinum. In usual asthma therapy, a chest CT-scan is essential to screen for pneumomediastinum.