Heri Sutanto
Division of Tropical Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Universitas Brawijaya – RSUD Dr. Saiful Anwar Malang, Malang, East Java, Indonesia

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COVID-19 Mortality Characteristics During First to Third Pandemic Wave in Malang Dewi Indiastari; Nur Samsu; Didi Candradikusuma; Niniek Budiarti; Heri Sutanto; Siti Fatma
Clinical and Research Journal in Internal Medicine Vol. 3 No. 2 (2022): November 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21776/ub.crjim.2022.003.02.5

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Background: The epidemic of SARS-CoV-2 has spread worldwide for about one and half years, including in Indonesia, with several peaks in cases and mortality rates. A descriptive pattern of Covid 19 inpatients in Saiful Anwar General Hospital Malang needed to improve health service quality and reduce mortality rates. Aim: Determine the descriptive pattern of inpatients Covid 19 in the internal medicine ward in Saiful Anwar General Hospital from March 2020 until February 2022. Methods: This descriptive study was conducted from March 2020 to July 2021 and used convenience sampling due to sample availability. A total of 137 hospitalized patients in December 2020, 387 in July 2021, and 113 in February 2022 patients were included with information about age, sex, medical diagnosis, comorbid, and outcome, which was obtained from medical records. Descriptive analysis was used to explore frequency distribution and analysis. Results: We found several factors associated with the frequency of SARS-CoV-2 cases. Overall, these results emphasize the role of comorbidity as a possible driver of the COVID‑19 case fatality rate. Conclusion: In the three waves of Covid 19 in Indonesia, the highest case fatality rate was during the Delta variant in July 2021, where more factors significantly affected case mortality.
A 70-year-old Woman with Necrotic Wound Complications Following a Snake Bite Sutanto, Heri; Tri Maharani; Siem, Rochelle Vernique
Clinical and Research Journal in Internal Medicine Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): Volume 5 No 2, November 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21776/ub.crjim.2024.005.02.15

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Snake bites pose a significant public health issue in Indonesia, leading to high morbidity and mortality rates. Proper identification of snake species and timely management are crucial. A 70-year-old woman was admitted to the emergency department 1.5 hours after being bitten by a snake. Initial management included applying a tourniquet and symptomatic treatment. However, local envenomation signs, such as edema and bullae, developed within 24 hours. Due to financial constraints, the patient could not receive continuous care, leading to complications, including necrosis and signs of secondary infection during follow-up. This case underscores the importance of early intervention and proper wound management in snake bites, particularly when the species is unidentified. Close monitoring is essential, as symptoms may evolve over time. Educating the patients and public regarding signs of necrosis and proper initial treatment is necessary. Effective management of snake bites requires a comprehensive approach, including prompt medical attention and ongoing education to reduce complications and improve patient outcomes. Keywords: Snake bite, envenomation, wound management, public health