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KESANS : International Journal of Health and Science
Published by Cv.Rifainstitut
ISSN : 28087380     EISSN : 28087178     DOI : https://doi.org/10.54543/kesans.v1i1.2
Core Subject : Health, Science,
KESANS : International Journal of Health and Science provides a means for ongoing discussion of the relevant issues that fall within the focus and scope of the journal that can be examined empirically. This journal publishes research articles in the medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Public Health, Health Technology, Occupational Health and Safety, Pharmacy, and physiotherapy. Articles published are the results of research, studies or scientific studies on important and current issues or scientific book reviews.
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Peripheral Blood GPX1 mRNA Expression in Adults Aged 50–60 Years with Hypertension and Normotension: A Cross-Sectional Comparative Study Yohana Yohana; Meiyanti Meiyanti; Eveline Margo; Meutia Atika Faradilla
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54543/kesans.v5i12.728

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Introduction: Glutathione peroxidase 1 (GPX1) is an important intracellular antioxidant that protects vascular tissue by reducing hydrogen peroxide and lipid hydroperoxides. Impaired GPX1 regulation may contribute to oxidative stress, endothelial dysfunction, and hypertension. Objective: This study evaluated peripheral blood GPX1 mRNA expression in hypertensive subjects compared with normotensive controls aged 50–60 years. Methods: A cross-sectional study included 60 participants, consisting of 30 hypertensive and 30 normotensive subjects selected purposively according to JNC VIII criteria. GPX1 mRNA expression was measured from venous blood using two-step RT-qPCR with GAPDH as the reference gene. Relative expression was calculated using the Livak method and compared using the Mann–Whitney test. Results and Discussion: PX1 expression was approximately 2.65-fold lower in hypertensive subjects, although the difference was not statistically significant (p = 0.165). Conclusion: Although GPX1 mRNA expression exhibited a marked decline in hypertensive subjects, establishing its diagnostic utility warrants further investigations quantifying total protein abundance and functional enzymatic activity.
Redesign of the user Interface of the Electronic Medical Record System at Elisa Inpatient Clinic, Malang City Ken Dian Bunga Kasih; Nita Dwi Nur Aini; Jeffry Atur Firdaus
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54543/kesans.v5i12.729

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Introduction: Electronic medical record implementation requires an easy-to-use and efficient interface that supports accurate, integrated patient data management. At Elisa Inpatient Clinic, problems include duplicate records, limited patient search, complex navigation, and slow system response. Objective: This study aimed to redesign the electronic medical record interface using User-Centered Design and develop a flexible patient search feature. Method: A Research and Development approach with User-Centered Design was applied through context identification, requirements analysis, design development, and evaluation. Data were collected through interviews and observations involving three users. Wireframes and interactive prototypes were developed using Figma, and usability was evaluated using the System Usability Scale. Results and Discussion: The prototype covered registration, medical records, patient search, record merging, referrals, and other services. Fuzzy matching improved search flexibility. The mean System Usability Scale score was 70.0. Conclusion: The redesigned interface showed acceptable usability and provides a foundation for further electronic medical record development and implementation
Description of Anthropometric Status of Girls Aged 1–10 Years in the Baduy Tribe Based on Weight and Height Fatimah Az Zahra; Vella Azahra Kusuma Arofah; Raymunda Fiona Wihelmina Pasaribu; Vivianne Mayla Rizan; Div Jesira Palimbung; Karina Shasri Anastasya
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54543/kesans.v5i12.730

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Introduction: Anthropometric status is an important indicator for monitoring child growth and nutritional status. Indigenous communities may have unique social, cultural, geographical, and dietary characteristics that influence child growth. Objective: This study aimed to describe the anthropometric status of female children aged 1–10 years in the Baduy community based on body weight and height measurements. Method: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted involving 15 female children in the Baduy community, Banten, Indonesia. Data collected included age, body weight, and height. Result and Discussion: Body mass index was calculated, and growth status was assessed using the World Health Organization growth standards based on age and sex. The mean age was 6.31 ± 2.60 years, body weight was 19.09 ± 6.20 kg, height was 109.07 ± 16.53 cm, and body mass index was 15.67 ± 1.89 kg/m². Conclusion: Most children had normal anthropometric status; however, severe underweight, stunting, severe stunting, risk of overweight, and obesity were identified. Anthropometric monitoring is important for early detection of child growth problems in the Baduy community.
Relationship Between Food Handlers’ Knowledge and Attitudes with Food Hygiene and Sanitation Practices at Nutrition Provision Service Unit (SPPG) Sepinggan 4 Balikpapan: English Merry Chresny Merfony Frely Runtuwene; Beni Hari Susanto; Irfany Rupiwardani
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Introduction: Food safety is essential to public health because food may transmit biological, chemical, and physical hazards. Despite a national target of zero incidents, food safety cases were still reported in Indonesia from October 2025 to January 2026. Objective: This study analyzed the relationship between food handlers’ knowledge and attitudes and hygiene-sanitation practices at the Sepinggan 4 Nutrition Service Unit, South Balikpapan. Method: An observational analytic study with a cross-sectional design involved all 45 personnel working in food processing, portioning, and tray washing using total sampling. Results and Discussion: Most respondents had moderate knowledge, totaling 44 people (97.8%), while 31 respondents (68.9%) had good attitudes. Statistical analysis showed a significant relationship between knowledge and hygiene-sanitation practices (p = 0.007) and between attitudes and hygiene-sanitation practices (p = 0.028). Conclusion: Food handlers’ knowledge and attitudes were significantly associated with hygiene-sanitation practices, highlighting the importance of strengthening food safety competence and behavior
Functional Recovery After Neurorehabilitation and Ventriculoperitoneal Shunting in Pediatric Tuberculous Meningitis-Associated Hydrocephalus: A Case Report M Azhadi Rahmadani; Marietta Shanti Prananta; Tertianto Prabowo; Vitriana Vitriana
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Introduction: Tuberculous meningitis in children may cause hydrocephalus and neurological disability despite treatment, while evidence on rehabilitation after ventriculoperitoneal shunting remains limited. Objective: To describe functional recovery following multidisciplinary neurorehabilitation in a child with tuberculous meningitis-associated hydrocephalus after ventriculoperitoneal shunting. Case Report: A case report was conducted in a 9-year-old boy with grade II tuberculous meningitis, communicating hydrocephalus, bilateral lower-limb weakness, and urinary retention. The rehabilitation program included progressive resistance exercise, transfer and mobility training, gait training, dressing training, and bladder management. Results and Discussion: Initially, lower-limb muscle strength was approximately 3/5, and the patient required wheelchair mobility and intermittent catheterization. Following rehabilitation, strength improved to 4/5, with progression to standing, walker-assisted ambulation, independent transfers, and spontaneous urination, allowing discontinuation of catheterization. Conclusions: Multidisciplinary, goal-directed neurorehabilitation combined with bladder management may support recovery of mobility, self-care, and urinary function in children with tuberculous meningitis-associated hydrocephalus after ventriculoperitoneal shunting
Functional Disability Profile and Associated Factors Among Patients with Mechanical Low Back Pain Using Oswestry Disability Index at Sanjiwani General Hospital I Wayan Artawa Darma Yuda; Cendy Damayanti; I Nengah Bagus Surianta
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54543/kesans.v5i12.736

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Introduction: Low Back Pain (LBP) is a major global musculoskeletal condition that significantly impairs daily physical function and productivity. Assessing functional disability in clinical settings is essential for designing targeted rehabilitation strategies. Objective: To evaluate the functional disability profile and examine the clinical and physical characteristics of patients with Mechanical LBP. Methods: An observational cross-sectional study was conducted among 42 Mechanical LBP patients at the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic of Sanjiwani General Hospital Gianyar. Demographic, anthropometric, and occupational data were collected. Functional disability was evaluated using the Indonesian version of the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). Data were analyzed using univariate descriptors, Pearson correlation, Spearman rank correlation, independent t-test, and Chi-square test. Results and Discussion: The mean ODI score was 19.81 ± 8.60, with the majority experiencing severe (40.5%) and moderate (35.7%) disability. A statistically significant moderate positive correlation was found between age and ODI score (r = 0.416, p = 0.006). No significant associations were observed between ODI scores and Body Mass Index (rs = -0.017, p = 0.914), gender (t = -1.437, p = 0.158), or occupation (p = 0.306). However, linear-by-linear association revealed a significant trend toward higher disability in heavy physical laborers (p = 0.021). Conclusion: Patients with LBP predominantly present with moderate-to-severe functional disability. Advanced age and heavy physical workload are key contributors to functional impairment, underscoring the need for age-tailored active rehabilitation and ergonomic intervention.
Effects of Pseudoephedrine on Urinary and Voiding Function in Adults: A Systematic Review Kamal Fariz; Ahmad Mubin Hutasuhut
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54543/kesans.v5i12.738

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Introduction: Pseudoephedrine is a sympathomimetic decongestant that may affect urinary function by increasing bladder outlet resistance. Objective: To synthesize clinical evidence on the effects of pseudoephedrine on urinary and voiding function in adults. Method: This systematic review was prospectively registered in PROSPERO (CRD420261485354). PubMed, Scopus, and ScienceDirect were searched on 19 August 2026. Eligible studies were original human studies of adults receiving systemic pseudoephedrine and reporting urinary or voiding outcomes. Findings were synthesized narratively because of clinical and methodological heterogeneity. Result and Discussion: Three prospective studies involving 387 participants were included. Overall, pseudoephedrine produced minimal changes in urinary function. In men, urinary symptom scores generally increased without significant overall deterioration. Men aged 50 years or older showed significant increases in total symptom scores, while higher baseline symptom severity was associated with greater deterioration and increased residual urine volume. In premenopausal women without urinary symptoms, short-term use did not significantly impair urodynamic or urethral neuromuscular parameters. Conclusions: Pseudoephedrine appears to have limited urinary effects in most adults, but older men and individuals with greater baseline urinary symptoms may require greater caution. Further studies are warranted
Clinical and Laboratory Profiles of Patients with Urinary Tract Stones (Urolithiasis) at UKI General Hospital Christian Ronald Tanggo; Donna Chindy Claudia Thomas; Frisca Angreni
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Introduction: Urinary tract stones are a common urological condition characterized by the formation of stone masses from crystallized substances in the urine. Stone formation is influenced by various intrinsic and extrinsic factors and may occur in both the upper and lower urinary tract. Objective: This study aimed to determine the characteristics of patients with urinary tract stones at UKI General Hospital Jakarta during January 2020–December 2022. Method: This study used a descriptive analytic design. Data were obtained from the medical records of patients diagnosed with urinary tract stones at UKI General Hospital during the study period. Result and Discussion: A total of 102 patients with urinary tract stones were identified. Most patients were women, accounting for 60 patients (58.8%). The largest age group was 66–75 years, comprising 25 patients (24.5%). Comorbid conditions included hypertension in 29 patients (28.4%), obesity in 41 patients (40.1%), benign prostatic hyperplasia in 9 patients (8.8%), diabetes mellitus in 7 patients (6.8%), pregnancy in 4 patients (3.9%), and high cholesterol in 8 patients (7.8%). Conclusions: Patients with urinary tract stones at UKI General Hospital were predominantly women and aged 66–75 years. Hypertension and obesity were the most frequently observed associated conditions.
Incidence of Stunting in Children Under Five with a History of Normal Birth Weight and Exclusive Breastfeeding Christine Handayani Tampubolon; Lady Ezra Rinov Elizabeth; Louisa Ariantje Langi; Keswari Aji Patriawati
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Introduction: Stunting is a chronic nutritional problem characterized by impaired linear growth in children. Birth weight and breastfeeding history are important factors during the first 1,000 days of life and may influence subsequent child growth. Objective: This study aimed to describe birth weight and breastfeeding history among stunted children at Kramat Jati Regional General Hospital. Method: This descriptive retrospective study used medical record data from children aged 0–59 months treated between July 2024 and November 2025. A total of 55 children who met the inclusion criteria were selected using total sampling. Data were analyzed using univariate analysis to determine frequency and percentage distributions. Result and Discussion: Most stunted children had normal birth weight, accounting for 41 children (74.5%), while 14 children (25.5%) had low birth weight. Exclusive breastfeeding was reported in 37 children (67.3%), whereas 18 children (32.7%) did not receive exclusive breastfeeding. These findings indicate that stunting may occur despite normal birth weight and exclusive breastfeeding, suggesting that postnatal nutrition, recurrent infections, caregiving practices, and access to health services may also contribute to growth impairment. Conclusions: Stunting is multifactorial and requires comprehensive nutritional and health interventions throughout early childhood
The Relationship Between Dysmenorrhea Severity and Quality of Learning Among Female Students Nia Reviani; Raisa Kireyna Nurfajrina; Tranggono Yudo Utomo
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Introduction: Dysmenorrhea is menstrual pain commonly experienced by women of reproductive age and may interfere with daily activities, including the learning process. Menstrual pain can reduce concentration, comfort, motivation, and participation in academic activities, potentially affecting learning quality. Objective: This study aimed to determine the relationship between dysmenorrhea severity and learning quality among female medical students from the 2024 class at the Faculty of Medicine, Christian University of Indonesia. Method: This study employed a quantitative descriptive correlational design with a cross-sectional approach. A total of 105 female students were selected using the Slovin formula. Dysmenorrhea severity was measured using the Work Ability, Location, Intensity, Days of Pain, and Dysmenorrhea Score, while learning quality was assessed using a Guttman-scale questionnaire. Data were analyzed using the Spearman rank correlation test. Result and Discussion: Most respondents experienced moderate dysmenorrhea (58.1%) and impaired learning quality (83.8%). A statistically significant relationship was found between dysmenorrhea severity and learning quality (p = 0.042), with a weak negative correlation (r = -0.199), indicating that greater dysmenorrhea severity was associated with poorer learning quality. Conclusions: Dysmenorrhea severity is significantly associated with learning quality among female medical students from the 2024 class at the Faculty of Medicine, Christian University of Indonesia.

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