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Indonesian Journal of Medicine
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Indonesian Journal of Medicine (IJM) is an international, open-access, and double-blind peer-reviewed journal, focusing on the intersection of biomedical science, clinical medicine, and community medicine. The journal began its publication on August 20, 2015, and is published online three times yearly. It is academically designed for all physicians, health researchers, and health care professionals, regardless of their medical specialties, or type of employment.
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Evaluation of Neutrophil-Lymphocyte Ratio and Platelet-Lymphocyte Ratio in Diabetic Kidney Disease Patients: A Hospital-Based Cross-Sectional Analysis I Made Satya Pramana Jaya; Lydia Tantoso
Indonesian Journal of Medicine Vol.11 No.1 (2026)
Publisher : Masters Program in Public Health, Sebelas Maret University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26911/theijmed.2026.11.1.890

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Background: Diabetes mellitus represents a chronic metabolic disorder with globally increasing prevalence and is one of the leading causes of microvascular complications such as diabetic kidney disease (DKD). Chronic inflammation plays a crucial role in DKD pathogenesis, prompting exploration of simple inflammatory markers such as neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR). This study aimed to determine the relationship between NLR and PLR values with the incidence of DKD. Subject and Methods: This cross-sectional study employed consecutive non-random sampling technique. The study population consisted of all patients visiting Cinta Kasih Tzu Chi Cengkareng Hospital from January to April 2025, totaling 128 respondents. Secondary data from medical records were analyzed using Chi-Square test to determine associations between NLR and PLR (categorized as high vs low) with diabetic kidney disease incidence. Statistical analysis employed Chi-Square test with significance set at p<0.050. Results: Among 128 respondents, 64 (50.00%) were diagnosed with diabetic kidney disease. High NLR group comprised 101 respondents (78.90%), with 50 (39.10%) having DKD. High PLR group totaled 32 respondents (25.00%), with 19 (14.80%) having DKD. NLR demonstrated no significant association with DKD incidence (PR= 0.96; CI95% 0.48 to 1.41; p=0.828). PLR also showed no significant association with DKD incidence (PR= 0.89; CI95% 0.52 to 1.53; p=0.552). Conclusion: Neither NLR nor PLR demonstrates a significant relationship with diabetic kidney disease incidence at Cinta Kasih Tzu Chi Cengkareng Hospital. These findings suggest that NLR and PLR cannot be used as standalone predictors for DKD and should be considered alongside other clinical parameters in comprehensive diabetes management protocols.
Plasma Serotonin Levels and Depression Scores in Informal Caregivers of Patients with Dementia and without Dementia: A Systematic Review Widyadharma, I Putu Eka; Budaya, I Made Maha Candra; Widyastuti, Ketut
Indonesian Journal of Medicine Vol.11 No.1 (2026)
Publisher : Masters Program in Public Health, Sebelas Maret University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26911/theijmed.2026.11.1.913

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Background: Depression frequently affects informal caregivers, particularly those caring for dementia patients due to greater emotional and caregiving burdens. This study aims to compare depression levels and plasma serotonin concentrations between dementia and non-dementia caregivers. Subjects and Method: A systematic review was conducted using PRISMA guidelines. Articles were searched from PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar between 2015–2024 using the keywords: dementia caregiver, non-dementia caregiver, depression, and serotonin. Nine primary observational studies met the inclusion criteria: full-text availability, adult informal caregivers, and quantitative measurement of depression and/or serotonin. Data were synthesized narratively. Results: Most studies demonstrated higher depression levels among dementia caregivers compared to non-dementia caregivers. Emotional distress, patient behavioral symptoms, and caregiving duration were identified as major contributing factors. One study showed lower plasma serotonin associated with higher depressive scores, supporting possible biological involvement. Conclusion: Dementia caregivers exhibit greater depressive symptoms than non-dementia caregivers, potentially linked to caregiving burden and serotonin imbalance. Early psychological screening and targeted support interventions are recommended.

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