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Dina Keumala Sari
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dina@usu.ac.id
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+6281397177693
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Jl. Dr. T. Mansur No. 9 Padang Bulan, Kecamatan Medan Baru, Kota medan, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia
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Kota medan,
Sumatera utara
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Sumatera Medical Journal
ISSN : 26229234     EISSN : 26221357     DOI : 10.32734
Core Subject : Health, Science,
Sumatera Medical Journal (SUMEJ) provides a forum for publishing the full research articles in the area of Medical Science related to topics from the following subject areas: -Cancer and Related Aspects -Biomoleculer in Basic Sciences -Biomoleculer in Clinical Sciences -Tissue Engineering including Stem Cell -Medical and Health Sciences
Articles 182 Documents
SYNTAX Score II as a Predictor of One-Year Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events in Patients with Chronic Coronary Syndrome and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Elsa Tamara Saragih; Harris Hasan; Abdul Halim Raynaldo; Cut Aryfa Andra; Teuku Bob Haykal; Kamal Kharazzi Ilyas
Sumatera Medical Journal Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): Sumatera Medical Journal (SUMEJ)
Publisher : Talenta Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/sumej.v9i2.23616

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Background: The severity of coronary atherosclerotic lesions is an important determinant of cardiovascular events in patients with CAD. The SS-II (SYNTAX-II) score, which integrates anatomical characteristics with clinical variables, provides improved prognostic value compared with anatomical scoring alone. Objective: To determine whether the SS-II predicts one-year MACE in CCS patients with T2DM who undergo PCI. Methods: This observational analytic study employed a retrospective cohort design including patients treated from June 2023 to August 2024. A total of 128 CCS patients with T2DM who underwent PCI were enrolled. Bivariate and multivariate analyses were performed to examine the association between the SS-II and MACE. One-year MACE-free survival was analyzed using Kaplan–Meier curves.  Results: MACE occurred more frequently among patients with high SS-II scores (22 [34.4%], P < 0.001). Mortality and acute heart failure were both significantly associated with the SS-II (P = 0.042 and P = 0.03, respectively). Patients with high scores had significantly lower one-year MACE-free survival. Conclusion: The SS-II is a valuable predictor of one-year MACE in CCS patients with T2DM undergoing PCI.
Challenges in Diagnosing Leprosy Mimicking Tinea Versicolor Surender Benedict; Zulkifli Harun; Masri Quak Saifuddin
Sumatera Medical Journal Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): Sumatera Medical Journal (SUMEJ)
Publisher : Talenta Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/sumej.v9i2.25140

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Background: Leprosy is a significant concern within the medical fraternity due to its enduring prevalence across various countries. It is frequently misdiagnosed due to its clinical presentation, which can closely resemble that of tinea versicolor. Objective: This case report highlights a 26-year-old Orang Asli woman from Pekan, Pahang, who exhibited multiple hypopigmented lesions on her right flank for 1 year. Initially misdiagnosed as tinea versicolor by a general practitioner, her condition showed no improvement despite appropriate antifungal treatment. The patient’s history revealed close contact with persons with leprosy, and she resides in an endemic area. Methods: A clinical assessment was conducted, including medical history, contact history, and physical examination. A slit-skin smear was performed to establish the diagnosis. Results: A skin slit smear was performed, which yielded positive results and confirmed multibacillary leprosy. Consequently, multidrug therapy was promptly initiated in the primary care clinic. The lesions improved, indicating a positive response to multidrug therapy (MDT). Conclusion: This case underscores the critical importance of maintaining a high index of suspicion for leprosy in endemic regions, particularly when patients present with lesions that may masquerade as other dermatological conditions.