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Folia Medica Indonesiana
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ISSN : 23558398     EISSN : 2599056X     DOI : https://doi.org/10.65346/2958-4515.2401
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Folia Medica Indonesiana, as indicated by its name, focuses on publishing good quality articles about research and education on health science and medicine in Indonesia. However, due to the fast growth of science and knowledge in these fields, we also welcome submitted articles from around the world, especially the ones that contain related matters from lower-middle income countries. Folia Medica Indonesiana is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal that is published online at least four times a year. The scope covers various aspects of basic medical sciences includes anatomy, physiology, pathology, microbiology, pharmacology, and molecular medicine) and clinical medicine (covers specialties like internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, oncology, psychiatry, etc). We highlight the pathology and potential treatment of metabolic syndromes and infectious diseases. Folia Medica Indonesiana also encourages the publication of articles about health education. The scope includes, but is not limited to, articles that emphasize on preventive education on certain diseases in a community, also research report of various materials and/or methods to develop medical education. We recognize the importance of this type of articles to be published alongside the assigned topic in each of our yearly issues, to provide our readers with updated information in medical sciences’ research and education simultaneously.
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Antifungal Activity of Kinar (Kleinhovia hospita L.) Leaf Ethanol Extract Against Malassezia furfur Wakano, Muhammad Zaid; Astuty, Eka; Manuputty, Amanda Gracia
Folia Medica Indonesiana Vol. 58, No. 4
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Highlights : • Alternative medicine is needed for pityriasis versicolor because there are recurrence cases and resistance to antifungal agents. • Kinar leaf ethanol extract cannot inhibit the growth of Malassezia furfur. • Further studies are suggested on the type of solvent and appropriate concentration to attract more bioactive compounds. Abstract : Pityriasis versicolor is a superficial dermatomycosis that can decrease human self-confidence. This infection is caused by the fungus Malassezia furfur. Eighty percent of recurrence cases after treatment and resistance to antifungal agents were found. Therefore, alternative medicine is needed. Kinar (Kleinhovia hospita Linn.) is a tropical plant that have bioactive compounds, such as alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, and saponins. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of kinar leaf extract against the growth of Malassezia furfur. This research was a laboratory experimental study using paper disc diffusion method. Kinar leaves (green and yellow leaves) were macerated using 96% ethanol and made into concentrations of 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80%, and 100%. As much as 200 mg of ketoconazole was used as a positive control and distilled water as a negative control then tested on Malassezia furfur using Sabouraud dextrose agar (SDA). The parameter observed was the clear zone formed around the paper disc. The tests and observations showed that there was a clear zone formed around the paper disc. It means that the kinar leaf extract cannot inhibit the growth of Malassezia furfur.
Radiation effect of wireless fidelity (wi-fi) on oocyte number of oocyte stimulation in mice (mus musculus) Nurbayatin, Anita; Widjiati, Widjiati; Primariawan, Relly Yanuari; Poernomo, Bambang; Sulistiawati, Sulistiawati; Yudiwati, Rina
Folia Medica Indonesiana Vol. 53, No. 3
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Infertility is a problem experienced by some women and men around the world. Most infertility problems in women is caused by impaired reproductive organs or disrupted ovulation.. One factor that causes impaired oocyte maturation is wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) radiation which has a radio frequency field of 2.45 GHz. The radiation may increase the activity of free radical cells through the fenton reaction pathways that cause infertility because of the disrupted oocyte development. This study aimed to determine the effect of Wi-Fi radiation on the number of oocytes. This was an experimental study using control group design. The subjects were 32 female mice selected through complete random sampling and divided into two groups: control (R0) and exposure (R1). Each group consisted of 16 mice. The Wi-Fi radio frequency used was 2.5 GHz. Mice (R1) were placed closer to Wi-Fi source (± 15cm), and there were two types of laptop PCs and 3G mobile phones connected to internet placed next to mice for 15 hours/28 days. The mice underwent a simultaneous cycle with intraperitoneal injection of PMSG and HCG. Furthermore, the mice were mated with vasectomized male monomatingly to induce ovulation. The fertilization pouch in both oviducts were observed for oocyte collection. The number of oocytes was calculated using an inverted microscope. There was a difference in the number of oocytes between control and exposure group. Statistical tests were analyzed using Mann Whitney U and resulted in significant values (p value = 0.00). No oocytes count in exposure group. In other words, the group underwent anovulation. In conclusion, Wi-Fi radiation affected the number of oocyte stimulation in mice. Therefore, it was important to minimize the risk factors that trigger electromagnetic radiation on reproductive health.
Neuromuscular Taping Increases Muscle Strength, Flexibility, and Shortens The 100 Meter Sprinter Travel Time Endaryanto, Agung Hadi; Asnar, Elyana; Indrawati, Roostantia
Folia Medica Indonesiana Vol. 57, No. 1
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Lari sprint atau lari jarak pendek adalah salah satu nomor dalam atletik yang paling bergengsi, pelarinya disebut Sprinter. NMT adalah tehnik aplikasi yang menggunakan elastic adhesif tape yang memberikan kemampuan peningkatan fungsional otot, dan stimulasi sistem saraf. Tujuan penelitian ini, untuk mengetahui pengaruh neuromuscular taping terhadap kekuatan otot, fleksibilitas otot dan waktu tempuh sprinter 100 meter. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode pre test-post test with control grup design dengan total sampel berjumlah 13 orang dengan rentang usia atlet 15-19 tahun, pada tanggal 4-5 Agustus 2016 di GOR Gresik. Metode 1 kelompok dengan 2 perlakuan yaitu perlakuan I sebelum pemberian NMT dilakukan pengukuran kekuatan otot, fleksibilitas otot, dan waktu tempuh berlari 100 meter dan sesudah pemberian NMT dilakukan pengukuran kembali, perlakuan 2 sebagai kelompok kontrol dilakukan tanpa pemberian NMT dilakukan pengukuran kekuatan otot, fleksibilitas otot, dan waktu tempuh berlari 100 meter. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan pada perlakuan 1 kekuatan otot gastrocnemius dengan peningkatan rerata 11,38±7,83kg, nilai p=0,000, fleksibilitas nilai p=0,003 (dorsofleksi), p=0,013 (plantarfleksi) dengan peningkatan rerata 3,46±4,27 derajat, dan pemendekan waktu tempuh dengan nilai p=0-001, pada perlakuan 2 kekuatan otot gastrocnemius dengan penurunan rerata 2,12±2,43kg, nilai p=0,009, fleksibilitas nilai p=1,000 (dorsofleksi), p=0,165 (plantarfleksi) dengan peningkatan rerata 0,77±1,88 derajat, dan waktu tempuh terjadi perpanjangan waktu dengan nilai p=0-001 . Pemberian NMT pada sprinter memberikan hasil yang lebih baik dalam peningkatan kekuatan otot, fleksibilitas otot dan memperpendek waktu tempuh.
Increased Activity Of Mature Osteoblast from Rat Bone Marrow-Mesenchymal Stem Cells tn Osteogenic Medium Exposed to Melatonin Purnama, Yugi Hari Chandra; Mastutik, Gondo; Putra, Suhartono Taat
Folia Medica Indonesiana Vol. 54, No. 4
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Exposure to melatonin in the cultures of Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells (BM-MSCs) in osteogenic medium is able to induce mesenchymal stem cells and preosteoblasts into active osteoblasts via several transduction signals such as ERK 1/2. Previous studies used a single dose of 50 nM and a physiological dose of 20-200 pg/ml. The objective of the study was to obtain an optimal dose of melatonin that enhances osteoblast activity by increasing the expression of ERK1/2 and ALP levels in the culture of Rat Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells (BM-MSCs) in osteogenic medium. This study was an in vitro experimental laboratory study using BM-MSCs from rat femoral bone grown on osteogenic medium without or with exposure to melatonin in doses of 0, 50, 100, 150 nM for 21 days. BM-MSCs were characterized by immunocytochemical techniques (CD45- and CD 105+) and ERK 1/2 expression was checked 24 hours after exposure to melatonin, while ALP levels were examined on day 21 using ELISA technique. ERK 1/2 expression on BM-MScs exposed to melatonin in doses 0, 50, 100, and 150 nM were respectively 0.087, 0.095, 0.081, and 0.079. Mean ERK 1/2 expression in various groups showed a decrease along with increasing doses of melatonin. Among the four treatment groups, the administration of melatonin in a dose of 50 nM resulted in highest mean ERK 1/2 expression. ALP levels in BM-MSCs exposed to melatonin doses of 0, 50, 100, and 150 nM were 0.128; 0.130; 0.117, and 0.111 ng/ml respectively. Data showed that decreasing mean ALP levels occurred along with the addition of melatonin dose. In conclusion, the administration of melatonin 50 nM is the optimal dose to increase the differentiation of cultured rat BM-MSCs into active osteoblasts.
The Pattern of Antibiotic Prescription and Antimicrobial Resistance of Gut Flora Escherichia coli at Aisyiyah Hospital, Bojonegoro Hidayah, Ana Nurlaili; Hasmono, Didik; Thayyib, Muqoddar; Kuntaman, K
Folia Medica Indonesiana Vol. 56, No. 2
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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is the failure of antibiotic to kill bacteria and becomes ineffective in therapeutic purpose. The AMR bacteria is a major health problem worldwide and Indonesia is not exception. AMR is increased by two factors, higher antibiotic use and low compliance in infection control and prevention. WHO has recommended 7 bacterial indicators as point of view in surveillance, one of these bacteria is Escherichia coli. This study aimed to analyze the correlation between antibiotic use and resistance pattern of gut flora Escherichia coli. The study was conducted at Aisyiyah Hospital, Bojonegoro from June to October 2017. Total 101 patients from internal medicine and surgery department in this hospital were included in this study. Bacterial gut flora were tested against 12 antibiotics by disk diffusion test at the Department of Clinical Microbiology, Universitas Airlangga.. The results showed that the highest quantity of antibiotic use in internal medicine service was cefepime (40,50 DDD) and the highest resistance rate was ciprofloxacin, whereas in the surgical service it was ceftriaxone (132,75 DDD) with the highest E. coli resistance to amoxicillin-clavulanic acid. The antibiotics use has significant correlation against E. coli resistance on cefotaxime (p=0.046), ceftazidime (p=0.046), ceftriaxone (p=0.017), aztreonam (p=0.024), and cefepime (p=0.010).
Blowout Fracture Complex Type Helmi, Fauzi; Santoso, Boedy Setya
Folia Medica Indonesiana Vol. 55, No. 1
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Functional problems and appearance may emerge if careful therapy is not applied in orbital fracture caused by maxillofacial trauma. Recently, the focus of fracture management on fragment fixation most possibly uses anatomy approach. The management of blowout fracture should be overcome by involving several departments. First, identification was carried out in emergency room and then it is consulted to occuloplasty and maxillofacial trauma surgeon. Multidisciplinary management will provide better outcome to retrieve face structural function and improve the appearance. We reported two cases of blowout fracture complex in Dr. Soetomo Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia, done by Plastic Reconstruction Division of ORL-HNS Department in collaboration with Plastic Reconstruction Division of Ophthalmology Department. In the first case, a 64-year-old female was consulted by Plastic Reconstruction Division of Ophthalmology Department with diagnosis of right orbital adnexal injury, open eye globe injury, scleral laceration, and blowout fracture. In the second case, a 37-year-old male came to Plastic Reconstruction Division of ORL HNS Department, consulted by Plastic Reconstruction of Ophthalmology Department with diagnosis of left cornea and scleral laceration, left full thickness laceration palpebral at 1/3 nasal inferior, rupture of lacrimal canal, and blowout fracture. These cases of blowout fracture with rim orbita fracture complex type were managed well by Plastic Reconstruction Division of ORL-HNS and Plastic Reconstruction Division of Ophthalmology Department. It is apparent that multidisciplinary management was required for optimum outcome.
The Effects of Purple Sweet Potato (Ipomoea Batatas L.) Ethanol Extract on Bladder Urothelial Layer and Smooth Muscle Thicknesses in Menopausal Female Wistar Rats Putra, Bismantara Aditya; Santosa, Kadek Budi; Niryana, I Wayan; Golden, Nyoman; Duarsa, Gede Wirya Kusuma; Suryawisesa, Ida Bagus Made
Folia Medica Indonesiana Vol. 59, No. 2
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Highlights: Purple sweet potatoes cultivated in Bali, Indonesia, were found to be rich in phytoestrogen due to the high levels of anthocyanin-type flavonoids. The phytoestrogen in purple sweet potato ethanol extract demonstrated estrogenic activity and the potential to substitute hormone replacement therapy (HRT) as the treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms. Abstract Postmenopausal women experience estrogen hormone deficiency, which can cause thinning of the smooth muscle and urothelial layer of the bladder, leading to lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has been the primary choice for addressing these problems. However, long-term prescription of HRT can result in several adverse effects, including a higher risk of breast cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Phytoestrogen, an estrogen-like compound derived from plants such as purple sweet potatoes (Ipomoea batatas L.), contains anthocyanin that could serve as a better alternative to estrogen replacement therapy. This study aimed to demonstrate the effects of phytoestrogens in purple sweet potatoes on the histomorphology of the bladder in menopausal female Wistar rats (Rattus norvegicus). This experimental study used a posttest-only control group design. A total of 36 Wistar rats undergoing ovariectomy were randomly assigned into two groups, with 18 samples in each group. The experimental group received the purple sweet potato ethanol extract orally, while the control group received a placebo. The structures of the smooth muscle and urothelial layer of the bladder were observed using a microscope. Data were analyzed using an independent t-test to compare bladder smooth muscle and urothelial layer thickness between groups, with a significance of p<0.05. A normality test was performed to determine the normal distribution of the data. Normally distributed data were assessed to find the mean and standard deviation (SD). Significant differences were found in the mean thickness of the smooth muscle and urothelial layer between both groups (p=0.00), with both being thicker in the experimental group. In conclusion, phytoestrogens in purple sweet potatoes can influence the histomorphology of the bladder. Ovariectomized female Wistar rats that received purple sweet potato ethanol extract exhibited thicker smooth muscle and urothelial layer of the bladder.
Ascorbate and Alpha-Tocopherol Mitigate Toxic Pathological Changes in Adult Wistar Rats Exposed to Cypermethrin Adeniyi, Temidayo Daniel; Moronkeji, Akinpelu; Ralph-Okhiria, Osetohanmen Flourish
Folia Medica Indonesiana Vol. 59, No. 4
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The excessive and uncontrolled use of pyrethroids, such as cypermethrin (CP), for pest control in Nigeria could adversely affect humans. This study aimed to investigate the oxidative stress response to cypermethrin exposure, focusing on measuring the parameters (i.e., malondialdehyde (MDA), superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), and catalase (CAT)) and the potential therapeutic effects of single and co-administration of ascorbate and alpha-tocopherol. The lungs and hearts of the animals were histologically examined for cypermethrin-induced cytopathic changes. Twenty-five adult male Wistar rats weighing 180–200 g were randomly assigned to five groups, each consisting of five animals. Group I was the control group that was not subjected to any treatment. Group II was orally exposed to cypermethrin at a dosage of 10 mg/kg bw without any additional treatment. Groups III, IV, and V received cypermethrin at standard doses of 10 mg/kg bw and were orally administered with ascorbate (5,000 mg/kg bw), alpha-tocopherol (3,000 mg/kg bw), and a co-administration of ascorbate (5,000 mg/kg bw) and alpha-tocopherol (3,000 mg/kg bw), respectively. The animals were euthanized after 28 days, and samples were processed for histological analysis using hematoxylin and eosin staining. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Duncan's multiple range test were used to compare categorical variables of the biochemical parameters and determine the levels of MDA, SOD, GPx, and CAT. The data analysis revealed that the cypermethrin-exposed, untreated rats had elevated MDA levels and a concurrently marked decrease in SOD, GPx, and CAT activities (p<0.05). Additionally, the histopathological examination of the organs indicated inflammation and congestion. The co-administration of ascorbate and alpha-tocopherol restored the biochemical parameters more effectively compared to when the substances were administered individually. In conclusion, co-administration of ascorbic acid and alpha-tocopherol ameliorates cypermethrin-induced oxidative damage more effectively than a single administration of either substance. This may be due to the synergistic antioxidant properties of the substances.
Metformin Effectiveness in Reducing Mortality among Covid-19 Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus at a Tertiary Hospital in Indonesia Zihono, Yudivaniel; Yusmaini, Hany; Hasanah, Uswatun; Harfiani, Erna; Mokoagow, Md Ikhsan; Budiman, Dicky
Folia Medica Indonesiana Vol. 59, No. 3
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Highlights: 1. As there is a scarcity of publications on the use of metformin for COVID-19 in Indonesia, the findings of this present study may contribute more insight to the existing body of research and provide data specific to the Southeast Asian population. 2. This study revealed a decreased mortality rate associated with metformin use in diabetic patients with mild to moderate COVID-19 infection. 3. This study suggests that diabetic patients may continue metformin treatment during a COVID-19 infection as the medication has sustained therapeutic effects. Abstract COVID-19 patients with comorbidities, such as type 2 diabetes (T2DM), have a higher mortality rate compared to those without any comorbidities. T2DM patients usually receive metformin as their first-line treatment. However, the effectiveness of metformin in reducing mortality rates still requires further analysis. The objective of this study was to analyze the effectiveness of metformin in reducing mortality rates among COVID-19 patients with T2DM. An analytic observational design with a retrospective cohort approach was used in this study. Samples were acquired from hospitalized COVID-19 patients with T2DM medical records at Fatmawati Central General Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia, throughout 2020–2021. The samples were collected using a purposive sampling technique and analyzed using Chi-square test (p<0.05; RR<1). This study comprised 137 samples, with 56 samples receiving metformin and 81 not receiving metformin. The mortality rate in the sample group that received metformin was lower (19.6%) compared to the group that was not given the medication (38.3%). The Chi-square test results indicated a statistically significant relationship between metformin treatment and a lower mortality rate among COVID-19-contracted individuals with T2DM (p=0.020; RR=0.513). Therefore, this study concludes that the administration of metformin treatment reduces mortality among COVID-19 patients with T2DM.
Quantity of Antibiotic Use and Resistance Pattern of Gut Normal Flora Escherichia coli at Intensive Care Unit and Tropic Infection Ward, Dr Soetomo Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia Sholeh, Mohammad Akbaruddin; Kuntaman, Kuntaman; Hadi, Usman
Folia Medica Indonesiana Vol. 56, No. 3
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Resistance to antibiotics is increasing worldwide, including in Indonesia. The use of antibiotics is the most common cause of microorganism resistance. Individuals who received antibiotic therapy impacton changes of normal micro-flora resistance through selective pressure. This study aims to analyze the relationship of the quantity of antibiotic use with the pattern of resistance of gut normal flora Escherichia coliamong patients in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Tropic Infection Ward, Dr. Soetomo Hospital, Surabaya. This study was cross-sectional design with 64 samples (32 the ICU and 32 in Tropic Infection Ward). The total sample were collected for three Months. Identification of intestinal microflora was done with McConkey differential selective medium, followed by IMViC biochemical test, and sensitivity test by antibiotic disc diffusion method. Data were analyzed with Chi square test and Fisher'sExact test. There was no significant difference (p=0.441) in the quantity of antibiotic use between ICU and Tropic Infection Ward. There was no significant difference (p>0.05) in normal intestinal flora Escherichia coli resistance pattern between Tropic Infection Ward and ICU against12 types of antibiotics. Ceftriaxone was the most widely used antibiotic in the Tropic Infection Ward of 54 DDD and ICU of 100 DDD. The highest percentage of intestinal flora Escherichia coli resistance at the ICU was ceftriaxone as manyas 18 (56.3%) and at Tropic Infection Ward on ciprofloxacin and levofloxacin 20 (62.5%). The other study in Primary Health center, showed that theresistance rates of both wards were significantly different as compared to intestinal flora of patients in primary health center (p <0.001), in whichthe use of antibiotics in primary health center was also lower (1.6 DDD). There was no significant difference (p>0.05) The pattern of bacterial resistance between patient with and without antibiotic use at Tropic Infection Ward and ICU Conclusion: the quantity of antibiotic use was not significantly different against resistnt gut flora between patients in ICU and Tropic Infection ward. The pattern of bacterial resistance between patient with and without antibiotic use was also not significantly different.

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