Alvina Widhani, Alvina
Departemen Ilmu Penyakit Dalam Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Indonesia - RSUPN Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo, Jakarta

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Association between immune system parameter and clinical characteristics among patients with solid cancer Cahyanur, Rahmat; Widhani, Alvina; Pantoro, Nico Iswanto; Madadika, Annisa Tsana
Medical Journal of Indonesia Vol. 33 No. 2 (2024): June
Publisher : Faculty of Medicine Universitas Indonesia

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BACKGROUND Lymphopenia has been reported to be a major predictor of chemotherapy-related toxicity. This study aimed to investigate the correlation between neutrophils, lymphocytes, CD4, and CD8 in solid cancer patients and cancer clinical characteristics. METHODS This was a cross-sectional study of patients who will undergo chemotherapy at the Hematology and Medical Oncology Clinic, Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, from June to September 2023. Clinical characteristics, CD4 and CD8 levels, and neutrophil and lymphocyte counts were assessed at the first visit. A comparative test was carried out on the patients’ average CD4, CD8, neutrophil, and lymphocyte counts. RESULTS Types of cancer were associated with CD4 levels. Patients with head and neck cancer had lower CD4 levels (411.3 [119.3–1,427.5] cells/mm³) compared with colorectal (514.7 [129.2–861.3] cells/mm³), breast and gynecological (567.5 [180.1–939 cells/mm³), and other cancers (681.4 [175.1–2,056.9] cells/mm³), with p = 0.009. Patients aged ≥40 years had higher CD8 levels than those aged <40 years (376.4 [142.8–1,293.1] cells/mm³ versus 565.3 [185.9–1,944] cells/mm³, p = 0.01). Additionally, lymphocyte count was associated with cancer type, with the lowest number in head and neck cancer (1,380 [280–2,660] μl, p = 0.044). CONCLUSIONS CD4 levels and lymphocyte counts were associated with the cancer type, whereas CD8 levels were influenced by age.
Campak dan Vaksinasi Campak pada Orang Dewasa Sinto, Robert; Koesnoe, Sukamto; Nelwan, Erni Juwita; Widhani, Alvina; Shakinah, Sharifah; Pasaribu, Adeline; Duindrahajeng, Bernadine Gracia; Suwarto, Suhendro; Nainggolan, Leonard; Chen, Lie Khie; Susilo, Adityo; Maria, Suzy; Hasibuan, Anshari Saifuddin; Wicaksana, Bramantya
Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia Vol. 13, No. 1
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Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that remains a significant global health problem despite the availability of an effective vaccine. Measles re-emergence is driven by gaps in immunization coverage, waning post-vaccination immunity, and increased population mobility. In adults, measles infection is associated with greater disease severity compared to children. This literature review was conducted by reviewing recent scientific publications addressing the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, management, complications, and prevention of measles, with a focus on the adult population.  Measles is caused by an RNA virus of the Paramyxoviridae family and is transmitted through respiratory droplets and aerosols. Typical clinical features include fever, cough, coryza, conjunctivitis, and a maculopapular rash with a centrifugal and cephalocaudal distribution. Diagnosis is based on clinical findings and confirmed by laboratory tests such as RT-PCR and measles-specific IgM serology. Measles infection causes significant immunosuppression, including immune amnesia, which increases susceptibility to secondary infections. Management is primarily supportive and vitamin A supplementation has been shown to reduce mortality in certain populations. In adults, complications tend to be more severe, particularly pneumonia as the leading cause of morbidity and mortality, as well as neurological complications such as encephalitis and subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE). Measles vaccination with the MMR vaccine remains the main prevention strategy. However, its implementation faces challenges, including gaps in immunization coverage, vaccine hesitancy, and limited adult immunization record system. Measles in adults remains a significant health concern with a high risk of severe complication. Strengthening immunization program, improving public education, and developing integrated surveillance system are essential to reduce disease incidence and burden.