MNJ (Malang Neurology Journal)
Vol. 12 No. 1 (2026): January

CLINICAL CHARACTERISTICS, MOTOR AND NON-MOTOR COMPLICATIONS, AND QUALITY OF LIFE OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE PATIENTS

Maryanti, Yossi (Unknown)
Sukiandra, Riki (Unknown)
Juananda, Desby (Unknown)
Lestari, Enny (Unknown)
Octaria, Allysa (Unknown)
Andrilla, Faiza (Unknown)
Zahira, Mifta (Unknown)
Putri, Reta Amelia (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Jan 2026

Abstract

Background: Parkinson’s disease is a chronic and progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by both motor and non-motor symptoms that worsen over time, ultimately reducing patients’ quality of life. Objective: This study aimed to describe the clinical characteristics, motor and non-motor complications, and quality of life of Parkinson’s disease patients treated at Arifin Achmad Regional General Hospital, Riau. Methods: This study was a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted at the Neurology Polyclinic of Arifin Achmad Regional General Hospital, Riau, from January to August 2025. Samples were obtained using a total sampling technique. Results: A total of 31 Parkinson’s patients were included. More than half (54.8%) were aged ≥ 60 years, and 51.6% were males. Most had a high school education (32.3%), were unemployed (90.3%), and were not engaged in social activities (61.3%). The majority had no family history of Parkinson’s disease (83.9%) but presented with comorbidities (54.8%). Tremor was the predominant symptom (96.8%), while 67.7% had no motor complications. Cognitive impairment was found in 45.2%, mainly affecting the memory domain (96.8%). Poor sleep quality was common (61.3%), with nocturia as the most frequent disturbance (90.3%). Regarding quality of life, 32.3% of patients were within the acceptable range, with the mobility domain being the most affected (48.4%). Conclusion: Most Parkinson’s patients were elderly males with moderate disease progression. Comprehensive management addressing both motor and non-motor symptoms is essential to improve patients’ overall quality of life.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

MNJ

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Subject

Neuroscience

Description

Malang Neurology Journal is a peer-reviewed and open access journal that focuses on promoting neurological sciences generated from basic neurosciences and clinical neurology. This journal publishes original articles, reviews, and also interesting case reports. Brief communications containing short ...