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Evaluasi Rasio Netrofil Limfosit (RNL) untuk diagnosis COVID-19 pada Pasien di RS Tadjuddin Chalid, Makassar, Indonesia Yusuf, Yenni; Nurisyah, Sitti; Hasyim, Ammar Abdurrahman; Amru, Khaeriah; Kadir, Atifatul Qalbi; Mutia, Azizah Nurul; Zuhair, Muhammad Naufal; Paramita, Kartika
bionature Vol 22, No 2 (2021): Oktober
Publisher : Fakultas MIPA UNM

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35580/bionature.v22i2.27644

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Abstract. The neutrophil lymphocyte ratio (NLR) is one of the variables related to the severity of COVID-19 disease. Therefore, we evaluated the value of NLR in COVID-19 patients and its relation to the symptoms and severity of COVID-19 at Tadjuddin Chalid Hospital, Makassar. We recruited patients visiting Tadjuddin Chalid Hospital Makassar who were willing to take part in the study in April to August 2021. Demographic, clinical and laboratory data were recorded through interviews and medical records. The severity of the disease is classified according to the guidelines from the association of Indonesian pulmonary doctors, Indonesian internal medicine doctors, Indonesian pediatricians, anesthesiologists and intensive care doctors, and the Indonesian cardiologist association. NLR data was obtained by calculating the ratio between neutrophil levels and lymphocyte levels in the blood. A total of 130 patients took part in the study, between 19-72 years old. There were 77 subjects (59.2%) with mild symptoms, 28 (21.6%) with moderate symptoms, and 25 (19.2%) with severe symptoms. There were 89 subjects with NLR <3.5 (68.5%) and 41 (10.8%) with NLR > 3.5. NLR values in patients with severe and moderate disease were significantly different from NLR in patients with mild disease (p =0.0002 dan p<0.0001, respectively). However, no significant difference was found in NLR between patients who neither have cough nor fever with those who had one or both of those symptoms. The presence of clinical or radiological symptoms of pneumonia accompanied by an NLR > 3.5 can be used as an indicator for a suspected moderate or severe COVID-19 diagnosis.Keywords: COVID-19, neutrophil lymphocyte ratio (NLR), pneumonia, disease severity, diagnostic tool
Genetic Variation and Antifungal Susceptibility Profile of Candida auris Adrir, Mutia Syarifah; Setianingrum, Findra; Adawiyah, Robiatul; Hasyim, Ammar Abdurrahman; Rozaliyani, Anna
Jurnal Ilmu Kedokteran Vol 19, No 1 (2025): Jurnal Ilmu Kedokteran
Publisher : Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Riau

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26891/JIK.v19i1.2025.1-13

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Candida auris is an invasive yeast that has spread worldwide since it was first identified in Japan in 2009. C.auris has spread through four genetic clades that emerged between 2008 and 2013 and caused nosocomial outbreaks. The mortality rates of C.auris infections vary significantly between regions, ranging from 30 to 60%. C.auris infections can cause fungemia, invasive candidiasis, and spread to various organs. C.auris has a defense mechanism against the innate immune response and virulence factors that are not fully understood. High thermal and salinity tolerance, excretion of protease enzymes, and the ability to form biofilms are the main virulence factors that influence the pathogenicity of C.auris. Due to limited facilities, the diagnosis of C.auris infections is still hampered in some countries. Accurate strain identification methods are essential to prevent the rapid spread of this pathogen. Molecular techniques, including PCR and sequencing of the D1/D2 region of 28s rDNA or internal transcribed spacer using specific primers, are recommended for faster and more accurate identification. Genetic analysis revealed single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) that differed between clades, especially in the nuclear and mitochondrial genomes. C.auris exhibits high resistance to fluconazole, amphotericin B, and echinocandins, with some strains being resistant to all three. Resistance mechanisms include ERG11 gene mutations, Erg11p overexpression, and efflux pump activity. The rise of multidrug-resistant strains and high genetic variation complicates infection management, requiring heightened attention to prevent further spread.
Fungal Profile in Patients with Lung Cancer Receiving First-Line Chemotherapy Faisal, Hana Khairina Putri; Aziziah, Aziziah; Pane, Irene Audrey Davalynn; Hasyim, Ammar Abdurrahman; Zaini, Jamal; Rozaliyani, Anna
Jurnal Respirasi Vol. 11 No. 3 (2025): September 2025
Publisher : Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/jr.v11-I.3.2025.250-255

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Introduction: Patients with lung cancer are vulnerable to opportunistic infections, particularly fungal pulmonary infections such as those caused by Aspergillus spp., due to immunosuppression from both the disease and chemotherapy. Despite the clinical significance of these infections, data on their prevalence and associated factors in patients with lung cancer remain limited. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of Aspergillus spp. and identify associated factors in patients with lung cancer who underwent first-line chemotherapy at a national respiratory referral hospital in Indonesia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 50 patients with lung cancer who had completed at least three cycles of chemotherapy. Sputum cultures were performed using Sabouraud dextrose agar (SDA), and serum immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies were tested using immunochromatographic assays. Demographic, clinical, and radiological data were collected. Bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were used to identify factors associated with Aspergillus spp. infection. Results: Aspergillus spp. was detected in 92.0% of patients via sputum culture, with A. niger and A. fumigatus as the most common isolates. Over 30% showed co-colonization with other fungal species, such as Candida. Multivariate analysis revealed that a high Brinkman Index was independently associated with Aspergillus spp. colonization (p<0.05). Serum IgG antibody positivity was low (4%). Conclusion: There was a high prevalence of Aspergillus spp. colonization among patients with lung cancer undergoing chemotherapy, with smoking history emerging as a key risk factor. Targeted fungal screening is recommended, especially in heavy smokers, to facilitate early detection and improve outcomes.