Herb-Medicine Journal
Herb-Medicine Journal (HMJ) merupakan Terbitan Berkala Ilmiah Herbal, Kedokteran, dan Kesehatan diterbitkan oleh Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Muhammadiyah Purwokerto dengan frekuensi terbit 2 (dua) kali dalam setahun yaitu di bulan April dan Oktober. Jurnal ini merupakan media komunikasi ilmiah bagi siapapun yang tertarik menekuni bidang herbal baik dalam proses pendidikan, penelitian, maupun pengabdian kepada masyarakat yang dihubungkan dengan bidang kedokteran maupun kesehatan secara luas. Secara terbuka, redaksi menerima kontribusi artikel ilmiah tentang herbal, kedokteran, dan kesehatan dari pihak manapun yang ingin berpartisipasi dalam perkembangan dunia herbal, kedokteran, dan kesehatan.
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<![CDATA[Differences In Service Quality Of Government Hospital And Private Hospital In Purbalingga Regency Using HCAHPS Method ]]>
<![CDATA[Mustika Ratnaningsih Purbowati]]>;
<![CDATA[Ira Citra Ningrom]]>
<![CDATA[ Herb-Medicine Journal: Terbitan Berkala Ilmiah Herbal, Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Vol 6, No 1 (2023): Herb-Medicine Journal April 2023 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30595/hmj.v6i1.17292
<![CDATA[The quality of hospital services can be assessed from various perspectives, one of which is the patient's perspective. Good service quality will foster patient confidence in the hospital and will come back and even recommend to others. Good service quality will also create a good degree of public health. To determine the difference in the quality of service of government hospitals and private hospitals in Purbalingga district. This type of research is quantitative, with an observational analytic design and a cross-sectional approach. The number of samples is 100 respondents, consisting of 50 inpatients in government hospitals and 50 inpatients in private hospitals. The research instrument used the HCAHPS (Hospital Consumers Assessment Providers and Systems) questionnaire. The sampling technique used non-probability sampling with purposive sampling and analyzed using the Mann Whitney comparative test. Mann Whitney comparative test of service quality of government hospitals and private hospitals in Purbalinga Regency showed p-value on the doctor's communication component 1.00 (> 0.05), nurse communication 0.325 (> 0.05), hospital environment 0.205 (> 0.05), experience hospitalized 0.204 (>0.05), discharge information 0.155(>0.05), overall hospital 1.00 (>0.05), self-care comprehension after hospitalization 0.977 (>0.05). There is no difference in the service quality of government hospitals and private hospitals in Purbalingga Regency ]]>
<![CDATA[The Secret of Antibiofilm Agent for Burn Injury : A Systematic Review ]]>
<![CDATA[Gembong Satria Mahardhika]]>;
<![CDATA[Prahapsari Rupadha]]>;
<![CDATA[Maudy Surya Pradisa]]>
<![CDATA[ Herb-Medicine Journal: Terbitan Berkala Ilmiah Herbal, Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Vol 6, No 2 (2023): Herb-Medicine Journal October 2023 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30595/hmj.v6i2.20464
<![CDATA[Burn injuries remain to be a significant issue. The environmental condition in Indonesia contributes to the prevalence of diverse bacterial infection associated with different types of wounds, including burns. The biofilms production at the site of burn wounds significantly contributes to the ineffectiveness of burn treatment protocols. Hereby in this paper we discuss about the mechanism of antibiofilm and the novel therapy for the burn injury. This study was classified as a systematic review approach. The compilation of references will be derived from journal articles obtained using search engines such as PubMed, Google Scholar, and EBSCO. Subsequently, the authors proceed to gather and reevaluate pertinent material and scholarly articles. The occurrence of biofilm is closely associated with burn injuries. These bacterial communities evoke antibiotic resistance, hence impeding the effectiveness of conventional treatment approaches. It is noteworthy that substantially 60% of burn-related mortality is attributed to biofilms. This condition has the potential to develop into a persistent wound, ultimately resulting in sepsis. The development of biofilm or invasive burn wound infection serves as a significant catalyst for the occurrence of sepsis. The administration of anti-biofilm drugs holds significant potential in this context as a proactive measure for reducing the worsening effects of burns. Conclusion : The utilization of anti-biofilm agents has the potential to serve as an innovative therapeutic approach for the treatment of burn wounds in the future. Further investigation is required to explore the potential outcome as well as adverse effects of this drug linked to its potency.]]>
<![CDATA[Wide Excision of a Giant Lipoma of The Upper Arm: A Case Report ]]>
<![CDATA[Egi Ghilman Islami]]>;
<![CDATA[Yuhantoro Budi Handoyo Sakti]]>
<![CDATA[ Herb-Medicine Journal: Terbitan Berkala Ilmiah Herbal, Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Vol 6, No 1 (2023): Herb-Medicine Journal April 2023 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30595/hmj.v6i1.17239
<![CDATA[A lipoma is the most typical mesenchymal tumor. Over time, lipomas can grow into substantial masses. Case, A 71-year-old woman complained of a mass in her upper right arm but reported no pain or discomfort. The mass is 13 x 11 x 6 cm in size. Histopathological analysis and a wide excision surgical approach were used. A mass more than 5 cm in diameter is considered a giant lipoma. A differential diagnosis of liposarcoma can be made using a computed tomography (CT) scan or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The two surgical procedures of wide and marginal excision are typically used to treat lipomas depending on the size of the lipoma mass. The histopathological examination has an important role in confirming the diagnosis. The researchers describe a lipoma tumor with a large size in the upper arm after wide excision surgery.]]>
<![CDATA[The Relationship between Sport and Stress in Medical Faculty Student Students Malang Muhammadiyah University ]]>
<![CDATA[Iwan Sis Indrawanto]]>;
<![CDATA[Muthia Putrinahrisyah]]>;
<![CDATA[Hanna Cakrawati]]>
<![CDATA[ Herb-Medicine Journal: Terbitan Berkala Ilmiah Herbal, Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Vol 6, No 2 (2023): Herb-Medicine Journal October 2023 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30595/hmj.v6i2.17335
<![CDATA[Medical students are prone to experiencing stress during the lecture period due to the demands of the learning process. Women experience stress more easily than men due to a higher body response to stress. Exercise is known to help reduce stress because it stimulates the release of endorphins in the body. The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is a relationship between sports activity and stress in female students at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Muhammadiyah Malang. The research was conducted in January 2021 with a sample of 127 people and was taken using the technique of purposive sampling, that is, female students who are sampled must comply with the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data was collected using a questionnaire (Godin-Shepard). Leisure Time Physical Activity and Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (THAT)-21 The results of data analysis using the Kruskal-Wallis test show a value of p = 0.614 (p > 0.05), which indicates that there is no relationship between sports activity and stress levels in female students at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Muhammadiyah Malang]]>
<![CDATA[The Relationship Between Body Mass Index and Blood Sugar with Cognitive Function in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus ]]>
<![CDATA[Azahra Khansa Muza]]>;
<![CDATA[Sulistyani Sulistyani]]>;
<![CDATA[Siti Soekiswati]]>;
<![CDATA[Iin Novita Nurhidayati Mahmuda]]>
<![CDATA[ Herb-Medicine Journal: Terbitan Berkala Ilmiah Herbal, Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Vol 6, No 1 (2023): Herb-Medicine Journal April 2023 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30595/hmj.v6i1.16913
<![CDATA[Impaired cognitive function is an individual's inability to perform daily functions and limits the quality of life. The prevalence of cognitive dysfunction in people in China, Spain, America, and Canada is 12.6%, 22.2%, and 16.8%. The prevalence of cognitive impairment that often occurs in Indonesia, namely dementia, is 10%. Insulin resistance causes inflammation and mitochondrial dysfunction. The state of hyperglycemia occurs activation of pro-inflammatory cytokines that cause cognitive impairment. This study aims to determine the relationship between body mass index and blood glucose on cognitive function in patients with diabetes mellitus at the Gatak Sukoharjo Health Center, consisting of 36 patients. Research using observational analytics with Pearson test. The sample selection technique is purposive sampling. Based on the results of the study with the Pearson test (p = 0.043), it means that there is a significant relationship. Furthermore, obtained (p = 0.578) means that there is no significant relationship. The conclusion of the study is that there is a relationship between body mass index and cognitive function, but there is no relationship between transient blood sugar and cognitive function in patients with diabetes mellitus.]]>
<![CDATA[Potential of Tapak Dara (Catharanthus roseus L.) as an Alternative Cancer Treatment ]]>
<![CDATA[Aurora, Ardentia]]>;
<![CDATA[Revi, Destia Nabela]]>;
<![CDATA[Marlina, Henny]]>;
<![CDATA[Farhanuddin, Jahra]]>;
<![CDATA[Dewi, Mia Oktavia]]>;
<![CDATA[Nurmalasari, Rika]]>;
<![CDATA[Hidayat, Wawan]]>;
<![CDATA[Hayati, Wulan Apriliana]]>
<![CDATA[ Herb-Medicine Journal: Terbitan Berkala Ilmiah Herbal, Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): Herb-Medicine Journal October 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30595/hmj.v8i2.26550
<![CDATA[Cancer is a condition characterized by abnormal and uncontrolled cell growth, is aggressive, and can cause death. In Indonesia, the number of cancer cases continues to increase every year. The latest data states that there are around 400 thousand new cases with the death rate reaching 240 thousand cases. Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery are commonly used as modern treatment therapies in cancer patients, but can cause various side effects. The Tapak Dara plant (Catharanthus roseus L.) is one of the popular cancer treatment alternatives, especially the content of alkaloid-derived compounds namely vinblastine and vincristine which have potential as anticancer agents. This review aims to review the benefits and effectiveness of tapak dara as a cancer treatment. Based on the literature review, tapak dara is proven to be effective in treating cancer as the compounds vinblastine and vincristine exhibit anticancer activity through the mechanism of inhibiting cell division. Thus, tapak dara (Catharanthus roseus L.) can be an effective alternative cancer treatment, but needs to be used under close supervision]]>
<![CDATA[Effect of Blue Pea Flower (Clitoria ternatea) Infusion on Blood Pressure and Sleep Quality in Individuals with Prehypertension ]]>
<![CDATA[Ardha, Nabilah Shofiyyah]]>;
<![CDATA[Savira, Maya]]>;
<![CDATA[Fitri, Aida]]>;
<![CDATA[Lintang, Letta Sari]]>
<![CDATA[ Herb-Medicine Journal: Terbitan Berkala Ilmiah Herbal, Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026): Herb-Medicine Journal April 2026 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30595/hmj.v9i1.29135
<![CDATA[Prehypertension is a condition in which blood pressure is above the normal range but has not yet reached the threshold for hypertension. This condition increases the risk of developing hypertension and cardiovascular diseases and is also associated with decreased sleep quality. One nonpharmacological approach that may help reduce blood pressure while improving sleep quality is the regular consumption of butterfly pea flower (Clitoria ternatea) infusion. Objective: This study aimed to analyze the effect of Clitoria ternatea infusion on blood pressure and sleep quality in individuals with prehypertension. This study employed a one-group pretest–posttest experimental design. A total of 34 participants with prehypertension were recruited using purposive sampling. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test. After the intervention, the mean systolic blood pressure decreased to 113.71 ± 8.09 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure to 73.00 ± 4.52 mmHg. The mean heart rate decreased to 73.97 ± 7.14 beats per minute, and the mean Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) score improved to 4.41 ± 0.96. Statistical analysis showed significant reductions in systolic and diastolic blood pressure, heart rate, and a significant improvement in sleep quality, as indicated by a decrease in PSQI scores (p < 0.001). This study concludes that the administration of Clitoria ternatea infusion is associated with a reduction in blood pressure and an improvement in sleep quality among individuals with prehypertension.]]>
<![CDATA[Differences in the Decomposition Time of Brain and Lower Gastrointestinal Tract in Male Wistar Rats (Rattus Norvegicus) in Lowland and Highland Soil ]]>
<![CDATA[Nitiprodjo, Abdul Hakim]]>;
<![CDATA[Suwanto, Brilliant Chandra Arthamevia]]>;
<![CDATA[Agatri, Norina]]>;
<![CDATA[Romdhoni, Muhammad Fadhol]]>
<![CDATA[ Herb-Medicine Journal: Terbitan Berkala Ilmiah Herbal, Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026): Herb-Medicine Journal April 2026 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30595/hmj.v9i1.30326
<![CDATA[Information in society, each person's body that is found can vary in condition, whether it is still fresh or has already rotted. Forensic science is needed to assist the investigative process, including determining the estimated time of death and the suspected cause of death. Thanatology is a branch of forensic science that studies the bodily changes that occur after death and provides definitive evidence of death. Decomposition of tissue is one of the sure signs of death caused by microorganisms both in the body and the environment. The objective of this research was to analyze the difference in decomposition time between the brain and the lower gastrointestinal tract in male Wistar rats buried in lowland soil and highland soil. This research is an experimental study with a repeated measures design. There are two treatment groups, each consisting of six male Wistar rats. Each group was euthanized using chloroform inhalation. The six rats in one group were buried in lowland soil, and the six in the other group were buried in highland soil. The brain and lower gastrointestinal tract organs were dissected. The Mann-Whitney test yielded p = 0.011, indicating significant differences in decomposition time between lowland and highland soil. Additionally, the decomposition time of the brain and lower gastrointestinal tract also showed significant differences, with p = 0.001. There are differences in the decomposition time between lowland and highland soils due to the distinct characteristics of these terrains. The lower gastrointestinal tract decomposes faster than the brain due to a higher population of bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract, which aids in the digestion process.]]>
<![CDATA[The Impact of Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media on Quality of Life in the Elderly ]]>
<![CDATA[Desi Kamilasari]]>;
<![CDATA[Zuliyanto, Agus]]>;
<![CDATA[Kadarullah, Oke]]>;
<![CDATA[Annisa, Yunia]]>
<![CDATA[ Herb-Medicine Journal: Terbitan Berkala Ilmiah Herbal, Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026): Herb-Medicine Journal April 2026 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30595/hmj.v9i1.30342
<![CDATA[Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media (CSOM) is a chronic ear infection that can cause hearing impairment and negatively affect the quality of life, particularly among elderly individuals. This study aimed to determine the relationship between CSOM and quality of life among the elderly at Wijayakusuma Class III Hospital, Purwokerto. This research used a quantitative analytic design with a cross-sectional approach. A total of 46 elderly respondents diagnosed with CSOM were selected using medical record data. Data were collected using a validated questionnaire consisting of 26 items to measure quality of life. Data analysis was performed using univariate analysis and bivariate analysis with Chi-square and Fisher’s Exact Test. The results showed that most respondents had active CSOM (71.7%), and the majority experienced poor quality of life (93.5%). Statistical analysis using Fisher’s Exact Test showed a significant relationship between CSOM type and quality of life among the elderly (p = 0.019). In conclusion, CSOM is significantly associated with decreased quality of life in elderly patients. These findings highlight the importance of early detection, proper treatment, and comprehensive management of CSOM to improve the quality of life of elderly patients.]]>
<![CDATA[Evidence-Based Case Report: A Case Series on the Use of Compression Dressing in Post-Total Laryngectomy Pharyngocutaneous Fistula ]]>
<![CDATA[Subroto, Histawara]]>;
<![CDATA[Kadarullah, Oke]]>
<![CDATA[ Herb-Medicine Journal: Terbitan Berkala Ilmiah Herbal, Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026): Herb-Medicine Journal April 2026 ]]>
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DOI: 10.30595/hmj.v9i1.30458
<![CDATA[Pharyngocutaneous fistula (PCF) is among the most troublesome complications after total laryngectomy (TL), being the cause of substantial postoperative morbidity and prolonged hospitalization. The purpose of this study is to assess the clinical benefit of conservative management with compression dressing in patients who developed PCF following TL. Methods: This case series was performed via an evidence-based strategy based upon the PICO framework. Structured literature search using PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar to identify pertinent studies that support the intervention. Our three patients with post-TL PCF, two of whom obtained complete fistula closure through compression dressing alone. No complications related to treatment were observed; clinical improvement and increased quality of life were apparent. Evidence from the existing literature, while limited, corresponds with these findings. We propose that compression dressing is an effective, cheap, and feasible conservative option for the management of PCF after TL, especially in a resource-limited environment.]]>
