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Aktivitas Olahraga Bulu Tangkis Dan Respon Perubahan Asam Urat Darah Usia Produktif, Angkit Kinasih, Ronaldo Lomi Djara, Ferry Fredy Karwur Dec 2021

Aktivitas Olahraga Bulu Tangkis Dan Respon Perubahan Asam Urat Darah Usia Produktif, Angkit Kinasih, Ronaldo Lomi Djara, Ferry Fredy Karwur

Jurnal Keolahragaan

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui ada tidaknya respon perubahan pada kadar asam urat akibat aktivitas olahraga bulu tangkis. Desain penelitian ini adalah quasi eksperimen. Sampel yang digunakan sebanyak delapan responden dengan kriteria tertentu. Perlakukan aktivitas fisik dilakukan dua kali pada hari yang berbeda dengan 4 kali pengukuran kadar asam urat. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah repeated measure analysis. Ketika subyek diukur berulang kali dengan jumlah yang sedikit per percobaan maka repeated measures analysis dapat digunakan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perlakukan olahraga bulu tangkis memberikan respon perubahan yang signifikan terhadap perubahan kadar asam urat dengan nilai probabilitas sebesar 0,038. Hasil ini …

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Scoping Review: Konsep Layanan Kedokteran Olahraga Di Rumah Sakit, Bunga Listia Paramita, Dumilah Ayuningtyas Dec 2021

Scoping Review: Konsep Layanan Kedokteran Olahraga Di Rumah Sakit, Bunga Listia Paramita, Dumilah Ayuningtyas

Jurnal Keolahragaan

Kedokteran olahraga berperan penting dalam pelaksanaan "exercise is medicine". Sayangnya, Indonesia belum memiliki dasar kebijakan yang kuat tentang layanan kedokteran olahraga di rumah sakit sebagai salah satu dukungan kesehatan bagi atlet dan siapa saja yang ingin aktif berolahraga. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memetakan konsep layanan kedokteran olahraga di rumah sakit mulai dari jenis layanan, personel, bangunan dan infrastruktur, dan peralatan dengan menggunakan metode scoping review berdasarkan Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyze Extensions for Scoping Reviews melalui Pubmed, Google Cendekia, Springeropen, Direktori Open Access Journal, dan Portal Garuda. Hasilnya dikelompokkan dengan pendekatan klasifikasi rumah sakit umum …

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The Use Of Participatory Action Research To Improve Energy Intake Of The Soccer Athletes, Irwan Budiono, Arif Setiawan, Arif Rahmat Kurnia Dec 2021

The Use Of Participatory Action Research To Improve Energy Intake Of The Soccer Athletes, Irwan Budiono, Arif Setiawan, Arif Rahmat Kurnia

Jurnal Keolahragaan

It was estimated that 5, 3 % of Universitas Negeri Semarang (UNNES) soccer athletes were malnourished. The consumption survey results show that the average dietary energy intake (DEI) was 63.24% of the dietary reference intake (DRI). The purpose of this study was to improve the energy intake of athletes. This research was using a participatory action research method. The study was divided into 2 cycles which allocated in 30 days. This research was using a total sampling method. A total of 19 UNNES soccer athletes were involved as research subjects. Data on nutritional status and energy intake were analyzed to …

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Effect Of Propolis On Bone Quality And Cortical Bone Thickness Of Ovariectomized Female Wistar White Rats As A Model For Osteoporosis, Dian Ayu Juwita, Almahdy Ahmadin, Fitri Rachmaini, Rahmad Abdillah, Rosalia Medisa Fatma Dec 2021

Effect Of Propolis On Bone Quality And Cortical Bone Thickness Of Ovariectomized Female Wistar White Rats As A Model For Osteoporosis, Dian Ayu Juwita, Almahdy Ahmadin, Fitri Rachmaini, Rahmad Abdillah, Rosalia Medisa Fatma

Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research

Estrogen deficiency increases the rate of osteoporosis, especially in menopausal women, by altering the bone tissue microarchitecture. Propolis has compounds that could be used as an alternative therapy to treat estrogen deficiency and to protect against bone damage. This study aims to determine the effect of propolis on bone quality and cortical bone thickness of femoral metaphysis in ovariectomized female Wistar white rats as a model for menopausal osteoporosis. The rats were divided into five groups: negative control group (not subjected to ovariectomy), sham group (subjected to ovariectomy), and treatment groups that were subjected to ovariectomy and given propolis orally …

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Comparison Of Surface Roughness And Microhardness Of Reinforced Glass Ionomer Cements And Microhybrid Composite, Seda Nur Karakaş, Hacer Turgut, Cihan Küden Dec 2021

Comparison Of Surface Roughness And Microhardness Of Reinforced Glass Ionomer Cements And Microhybrid Composite, Seda Nur Karakaş, Hacer Turgut, Cihan Küden

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to compare high viscosity glass ionomer cement (HVGIC), giomer and microhybrid composite using the atomic force microscopy (AFM) and Vickers microhardness. Methods: Three different restorative materials Equia Forte (HVGIC), Beautifil II (giomer) and Solare X (microhybrid composite) were used in this study. A total of 30 samples were prepared, 10 of each of the restorative materials used in our study. Samples were prepared using standard cylindrical Teflon molds with a diameter of 8 mm and a height of 2 mm. The measurements of surface roughness and hardness were performed by using AFM and …

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Replacement Of Two Failed Indirect Restorations With Direct Bonded Restorations Using Minimally Invasive Strategy, Citra Kusumasari, Takashi Hatayama, Yasushi Shimada Dec 2021

Replacement Of Two Failed Indirect Restorations With Direct Bonded Restorations Using Minimally Invasive Strategy, Citra Kusumasari, Takashi Hatayama, Yasushi Shimada

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Deciding on what treatment (repair or replacement) to provide for a failed indirect restoration can be challenging. Notably, the strength of the residual tooth structure could be improved after replacing the failed indirect restoration using a minimally invasive strategy. Objective: To describe the use of a minimally invasive strategy for the successful clinical replacement of two failed indirect metal restorations with direct composite restorations and the attainment of bonded restoration. Case Report: Case 1. A 52-year-old male patient came to the dental hospital complaining of discomfort when drinking cold beverages and food impaction on the proximal area of the upper …

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Caring For Older Adults In The Hallway Of A Crowded Emergency Department, Rebecca Weeks, Kathy Sawasky, Michael Malone Dec 2021

Caring For Older Adults In The Hallway Of A Crowded Emergency Department, Rebecca Weeks, Kathy Sawasky, Michael Malone

Journal of Geriatric Emergency Medicine

This paper describes strategies for emergency department providers to address the needs of older adults when facilities are overcrowded and care extends into the hallway.

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Body Posture Evaluation Of Dental Specialty Groups And Risk Of Developing Musculoskeletal Disorders, Fatemeh Jahanimoghadam, Naimeh Hasheminejad, Naser Hashemi-Nejad Dec 2021

Body Posture Evaluation Of Dental Specialty Groups And Risk Of Developing Musculoskeletal Disorders, Fatemeh Jahanimoghadam, Naimeh Hasheminejad, Naser Hashemi-Nejad

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Objective: Adopting correct body postures is extremely essential in preventing future musculoskeletal disorders in Dentists. The aim of this study was to evaluate the body posture of general and specialist dentists to find awkward body postures, badly postured body parts and the risk of developing future MSDs. Methods: Stratified sampling method was used to recruit 224 dentists in Kerman and Mashhad. The most frequently adopted body posture was selected and based on Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) method, scores were given to the angulation of different body parts. T-test and ANOVA test were performed to analyze the data. Results: …

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Management Of Severe Dento-Alveolar Traumatic Injuries In A 9-Year Old Boy: A Case Report, Elnaz Mousavi, Masoomeh Khoshdel, Hamidreza Sharifiyan Dec 2021

Management Of Severe Dento-Alveolar Traumatic Injuries In A 9-Year Old Boy: A Case Report, Elnaz Mousavi, Masoomeh Khoshdel, Hamidreza Sharifiyan

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Dentoalveolar traumas can lead to various injuries that may result in tooth loss. A suitable treatment plan and appropriate interventions should be performed to maintain the dental function and aesthetics, especially for the anterior teeth. Objective: To report the interventions performed on dentoalveolar trauma on a 9-years old male patient who presented with gingival immersion of the right maxillary central incisor and missing a tooth due to a falling accident. Case Report: The patient had multiple traumatic injuries. The medical and dental history was taken, and the clinical and radiologic examinations were performed. The patient underwent surgical intervention and splinting …

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The Difference In Nutrition Intake Adequacy Amonginstitutionalized Elderly Residents With And Without Sarcopeniaat Nursing Homes In Bandung, West Java, Delia Anastasia Tirtadjaja, Muhamad Apandi, Lazuardhi Dwipa Dec 2021

The Difference In Nutrition Intake Adequacy Amonginstitutionalized Elderly Residents With And Without Sarcopeniaat Nursing Homes In Bandung, West Java, Delia Anastasia Tirtadjaja, Muhamad Apandi, Lazuardhi Dwipa

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Introduction. The changes in the elderly’s daily routine including dietary intake and nutritional pattern may cause them to be more susceptible to malnutrition. The changes also increase the risk of sarcopenia that may lead to poor health outcomes such as fall injury, fracture, hospitalization, disability, or even death. Sarcopenia is more likely to occur in a nursing home compared to community settings. This study aimed to determine the difference in nutrition intake adequacy between institutionalized elderly subjects with and without sarcopenia in Bandung, West Java. Methods. A cross-sectional study was held in Ciparay and Budi Istri Nursing Home, Bandung, West …

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Comparison Of Lipid Profiles In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus With Good Glycemic Control And Poor Glycemic Control In Rsud Dr. Saiful Anwar Malang, Nyoman Satvika Dharma Yudha, Putu Moda Arsana, Rulli Rosandi Dec 2021

Comparison Of Lipid Profiles In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus With Good Glycemic Control And Poor Glycemic Control In Rsud Dr. Saiful Anwar Malang, Nyoman Satvika Dharma Yudha, Putu Moda Arsana, Rulli Rosandi

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Introduction. Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a group of metabolic diseases characterized by hyperglycemia due to insulin resistance, deficiency of insulin action, or both with a prevalence of 8.5% in Indonesia. Evidence regarding the relationship between HbA1c and lipid profile in type 2 DM is currently contradictory, therefore a study was conducted to examine the relationship between glycemic control and lipid profile for DM patients.Methods. This survey research was conducted at the outpatient endocrine clinic Dr. Saiful Anwar Malang Hospital in 2014-2019 with a total of 1,308 patients. Patients were then classified into type 2 DM patients with good (HbA1c < 7%, n = 291) and poor glycemic control (HbA1c > 7%, …

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Depressive Symptoms As A Predictor Factor Of All-Cause Mortality Within Six Months In Elderly Hemodialysis Patients, Langgeng Perdhana, Shofa Chasan, Yudo Murti Mupangati, Siti Nuraini Dec 2021

Depressive Symptoms As A Predictor Factor Of All-Cause Mortality Within Six Months In Elderly Hemodialysis Patients, Langgeng Perdhana, Shofa Chasan, Yudo Murti Mupangati, Siti Nuraini

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Introduction. Depression is a mental disorder that is often found in the elderly and hemodialysis patients, resulting in bad effects on patients. There is no study on the relationship between depression and all-cause mortality risk in elderly hemodialysis patients in Indonesia. This study aimed to determine the role of depression as a predictor factor of all-cause mortality within 6 months in elderly hemodialysis patients. Methods. A prospective cohort study was conducted from February to August 2020 at the hemodialysis unit of Roemani Muhammadiyah Hospital, Semarang. The inclusion criteria were elderly patients (aged ≥60 years), undergoing hemodialysis ≥3 months, hemodialysis frequency …

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The Relationship Of Subjective Global Assessment (Sga) With Energy Intake, Protein, Hand Grip Strength And Body Mass Index In Chronic Kidney Disease (Ckd) Patients With Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (Capd), Yudhi Adrianto, Ni Made Hustrini, Triyani Kresnawan, Annisa Eka Amelia, Fitri Hudayani Dec 2021

The Relationship Of Subjective Global Assessment (Sga) With Energy Intake, Protein, Hand Grip Strength And Body Mass Index In Chronic Kidney Disease (Ckd) Patients With Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (Capd), Yudhi Adrianto, Ni Made Hustrini, Triyani Kresnawan, Annisa Eka Amelia, Fitri Hudayani

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Introduction. Energy and protein intake in chronic kidney disease (CKD) with continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) therapy plays an important role in balancing hypercatabolic conditions. Unbalanced intake will result in energy and protein deficits which are increasing the risk of muscle catabolism, decreasing body mass index (BMI), and malnutrition. Subjective global assessment (SGA) as the gold standard in nutritional assessment is needed in assessing nutritional status and determining malnutrition, therefore nutritional intervention can be delivered and improve CAPD patients’ quality of life. This study was conducted to determine the relationship between SGA with energy and protein intake, hand grip strength, …

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Correlation Between Polypharmacy And Length Of Stay Geriatric Patient In Mohammad Hoesin Palembang Hospital, Iswadi Tanzil, Nur Riviati, Irsan Saleh Dec 2021

Correlation Between Polypharmacy And Length Of Stay Geriatric Patient In Mohammad Hoesin Palembang Hospital, Iswadi Tanzil, Nur Riviati, Irsan Saleh

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Introduction. Geriatric patients have multipathological characteristics, low physiologic reserves, atypical clinical signs and symptoms, decreased functional status, and nutritional disturbances. This situation is a risk factor for polypharmacy. Polypharmacy is closely related to drug side effects, drug interactions, and patient compliance. Polypharmacy is thought to have a relationship with the length of stay in geriatric patients. The purpose of this study was to determine the correlation between polypharmacy and length of stay in geriatric patients at Moehammad Hoesin Hospital Palembang. Methods. This was a cross-sectional study with a correlation test design conducted at Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Hospital (RSMH) Palembang from …

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Dermoscopic Features Of Uncomplicated Tinea Versus Steroid-Modified Tinea: An Observational Study In Indian Patients, Mithila Ninad Gadekar, Nausheen Syed, Ashutosh Chate, Sushrut Save Dec 2021

Dermoscopic Features Of Uncomplicated Tinea Versus Steroid-Modified Tinea: An Observational Study In Indian Patients, Mithila Ninad Gadekar, Nausheen Syed, Ashutosh Chate, Sushrut Save

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology & Venereology Indonesia

Background: Tinea is one of the most common superficial fungal skin infections. Steroid-modified tinea infections may present with atypical morphology. This study aims to observe the difference between dermoscopic features of uncomplicated dermatophytosis and steroid-modified dermatophytosis.
Methods: This observational study was conducted in 60 patients with tinea cruris, tinea corporis and tinea faciei in the outpatient dermatology department of a tertiary care center. Patients were divided into group A and group B. Group A included 30 patients with no history of steroid use in the past three months. Group B included 30 patients with a history of steroid …

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Plasma Malondialdehyde Levels Related To Acne Vulgaris Severity, Fitri Puspita, Nelva Karmila Jusuf, Ariyati Yosi Dec 2021

Plasma Malondialdehyde Levels Related To Acne Vulgaris Severity, Fitri Puspita, Nelva Karmila Jusuf, Ariyati Yosi

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology & Venereology Indonesia

Background: Acne vulgaris (AV) is a multifactorial disorder characterized by the formation of open and closed comedones, papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts. Oxidative stress plays a role in the pathogenesis of AV. Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS), especially lipid peroxides (LPO), plays a role in mediating acne inflammation. Malondialdehyde (MDA) is one of the byproducts of LPO commonly used as a biomarker of cell damage.
Methods: This cross-sectional analytic study consisted of sixty patients with AV. The samples were taken from the blood plasma of AV subjects. An enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) examination was performed. The normality of data …

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Indonesian Clinical Practice Guidelinesfor Systemic And Biologic Agents For Adults With Plaque Psoriasis, Novianto E, Budianti Wk, Fitri Em, Wiryadi Be, Soebaryo Rw, Pusponegoro Ehd, Effendi Eh, Rahmayunita G Dec 2021

Indonesian Clinical Practice Guidelinesfor Systemic And Biologic Agents For Adults With Plaque Psoriasis, Novianto E, Budianti Wk, Fitri Em, Wiryadi Be, Soebaryo Rw, Pusponegoro Ehd, Effendi Eh, Rahmayunita G

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology & Venereology Indonesia

Background: In response to various biologic and non-biologic systemic agents available in Indonesia, proper and accredited treatment guidelines are required to ensure patient safety. Appropriate treatment is crucial and may affect remission time and morbidities. These guidelines were developed by the Indonesian Society of Dermatology and Venereology – Kelompok Studi Psoriasis Indonesia (INSDV-KSPI) to provide updated decision-making algorithms for the biologic and non-biologic systemic agents for the treatment of adult patients with plaque psoriasis.
Methods: Experts from twelve institutions across Indonesia were involved in developing the guidelines. Subsequently, a focus group discussed various journals, researchable questions, eligibility criteria, …

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Platelet-Rich-Fibrin For Venous Leg Ulcer Therapy, Karin Rachmani, Lis Surachmiati Suseno, Mutiara Ramadhiani Dec 2021

Platelet-Rich-Fibrin For Venous Leg Ulcer Therapy, Karin Rachmani, Lis Surachmiati Suseno, Mutiara Ramadhiani

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology & Venereology Indonesia

Background: Venous leg ulcer (VLU) is a chronic condition in the chronic venous insufficiency clinical spectrum. It’s becoming a burden because of its chronicity, slower wound healing, accumulated high cost, and treatment is a challenging task. Platelet-rich-fibrin (PRF) is one of the newer modalities available for treating VLU. Previous studies have shown successful results by using PRF in leg ulcers. We reported a case of venous leg ulcer treated with PRF.
Case Illustration: A 47-year-old male came with an ulcer on the lower left leg for one year. The ulcer was preceded with a reddish, tender nodule with …

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Intense Pulsed Light (Ipl) As Adjuvant Therapy For Acne Vulgaris: A Case Series, Widyaningsih Oentari, Angie Regina Sutrisno, Nelva Karmila Jusuf, Khairina Nasution Dec 2021

Intense Pulsed Light (Ipl) As Adjuvant Therapy For Acne Vulgaris: A Case Series, Widyaningsih Oentari, Angie Regina Sutrisno, Nelva Karmila Jusuf, Khairina Nasution

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology & Venereology Indonesia

Background: Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous follicle with polymorphic clinical manifestation typically found on facial, neck and/or back area. The pathogenesis is complex and multifactorial. Management of acne vulgaris is determined based on its severity. Adjuvant therapies, such as intense pulsed light (IPL), have been described in accelerating the healing process during treatment.
Case Illustration: We report two cases regarding the usage of IPL as adjuvant therapy in acne vulgaris. Both patients were diagnosed with moderate acne vulgaris. The first patient was given topical adapalene 0.1% gel every night and sunscreen in the …

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Low-Calorie Diet Improves Pasi Score In Psoriasis Patients With Obesity: An Evidence-Based Case Report, Kristian Kuniawan, Alessa Fahira, Edwin Ti Ramadan, Windy Keumala Budianti Dec 2021

Low-Calorie Diet Improves Pasi Score In Psoriasis Patients With Obesity: An Evidence-Based Case Report, Kristian Kuniawan, Alessa Fahira, Edwin Ti Ramadan, Windy Keumala Budianti

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology & Venereology Indonesia

Background: The association between psoriasis and metabolic syndrome is appealing as the two may share a similar cross-linking systemic inflammation process. The inflammation processes occurring in obesity and psoriasis may aggravate one another. This raised the question of whether a low-calorie diet would possibly reverse the aforementioned process. This study aims to determine whether calorie restriction reduces psoriasis area and severity index (PASI) in obese patients with moderate-to-severe psoriasis receiving conventional treatment compared to no calorie restriction.
Methods: We searched Pubmed/Pubmed Central, ScienceDirect, Cochrane library, EBSCOhost, and Scopus databases using keywords derived from our clinical question. The inclusion …

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The Effect Of Pre-Extraction Preparation On Antioxidant Compounds Of Sauropus Androgynus (L.) Merr. Leaves Extracts, Ni Putu Ermi Hikmawanti, Sofia Fatmawati, Zainal Arifin, Niken Cahyaningrum, Muhammad Arif Fauzan Dec 2021

The Effect Of Pre-Extraction Preparation On Antioxidant Compounds Of Sauropus Androgynus (L.) Merr. Leaves Extracts, Ni Putu Ermi Hikmawanti, Sofia Fatmawati, Zainal Arifin, Niken Cahyaningrum, Muhammad Arif Fauzan

Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research

Sauropus androgynus (L.) Merr. (Phyllanthaceae) is a green vegetable. It is rich in natural antioxidant compounds such as phenolics and flavonoids. The pre-extraction preparation can affect the results of extracting compounds from natural materials. This study aims to determine the effect of pre-extraction procedures, including sample form (fresh/dried), drying process (oven-drying/indirect sunlight-drying/air-drying), and particle size (ground/powdered) on total phenolic and flavonoid levels of ethanolic extracts of S. androgynus leaves and their antioxidant activity against DPPH radicals. S. androgynus leaves were extracted using the cold maceration method. The total phenolic and flavonoid contents of the extract were determined by the colorimetric …

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The Benefits Of Astaxanthin To Improve Pain Relief In Patients With Painful Diabetic Neuropathy: An Open-Label, Randomized Controlled Trial, Rizaldy Taslim Pinzon, Mary Rose Angelina Budi Harsana Dec 2021

The Benefits Of Astaxanthin To Improve Pain Relief In Patients With Painful Diabetic Neuropathy: An Open-Label, Randomized Controlled Trial, Rizaldy Taslim Pinzon, Mary Rose Angelina Budi Harsana

Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research

Treatment of diabetic neuropathy is still carried out by providing symptomatic therapy, which only improves ± 50% of the total symptoms felt by patients, but does not tackle the underlying causes of the disease. Astaxanthin is a potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-diabetic carotenoid that could be an additional treatment option. We aimed to measure the effectiveness of administering astaxanthin as an additional therapy to improve the impact of pain and discomfort experienced daily by diabetes mellitus patients with painful diabetic neuropathy. We conducted a randomized experimental study with an open label design of 36 patients who had been diagnosed with …

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Comparative Analytical Study Of Phytochemicals In Selected Antidiabetic Medicinal Plant Seeds In Sri Lanka, Gowri Rajkumar, Mihiri Rangika Jayasinghe, Vinotha Sanmugarajah Dec 2021

Comparative Analytical Study Of Phytochemicals In Selected Antidiabetic Medicinal Plant Seeds In Sri Lanka, Gowri Rajkumar, Mihiri Rangika Jayasinghe, Vinotha Sanmugarajah

Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research

Medicinal plants are universally used in the management of various diseases in different medical practices. A varied diversity of compounds extracted from plants may show anticancer, antibacterial, and antidiabetic activities. Comparative laboratory studies and scientific approach of efficacy related to phytochemicals found in medicinal plants in Sri Lanka have not been reported yet. This study aims to evaluate the phytochemicals in selected four different plant seeds such as Syzygium cumini (L.) Skeels, Brassica alba (L.) Rabenh, Trigonella foenum-graecum L. and Nigella sativa L., which are used in the management of diabetes mellitus in Sri Lanka. The ethanol extracts of …

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Gender Differences In Academic Productivity Within Pediatric Dentistry Departments In Turkey, Basak Kiziltan Eliacik, Meltem Karahan Dec 2021

Gender Differences In Academic Productivity Within Pediatric Dentistry Departments In Turkey, Basak Kiziltan Eliacik, Meltem Karahan

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Objective: To investigate the differences in the academic productivity of male and female academicians from the departments of pediatric dentistry in the Faculties of Dentistry in Turkey. Methods: A search was made of international studies indexed in PubMed published up until January 2021 by a total of 241 academicians in the Departments of Pediatric Dentistry of 79 Faculties of Dentistry in Turkey. The total number of international publications for each faculty member was obtained from the institutional websites and thorough searches of PubMed and Web of Science. H-index and the number of citations were established through an advanced search of …

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The Effect Of Parabiotic Reuterin On The Expression Of Genes Involved In Candida Albicans Biofilm Formation: An Ex Vivo Study, Anastasya Muna Riad, Armelia Sari Widyarman Dec 2021

The Effect Of Parabiotic Reuterin On The Expression Of Genes Involved In Candida Albicans Biofilm Formation: An Ex Vivo Study, Anastasya Muna Riad, Armelia Sari Widyarman

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Candida albicans has a number of properties, including resistance to various antimicrobial agents, which allow it to survive in the root canals. Lactobacillus reuteri plays a role in maintaining oral health through interactions with the oral microbiome. L. reuteri has potential as a preventive and therapeutic agent against inflammatory diseases. Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of irrigation with a reuterin-containing solution on BCR1, ACE2, EFG1, and TEC1 gene expression in C. albicans root canal biofilms. Methods: L. reuteri was cultured in MRS broth and incubated anaerobically for 24 hours at 37°C. C. albicans was …

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Financial Implication Of Covid-19: A Story Of Malaysian Dental Practitioner, Nor Faharina Abdul Hamid, Azlan Jaafar, Nurul Haini Najwa Mohamd Mahmod, Raja Nur Nabiha Raja Amir Hamzah Dec 2021

Financial Implication Of Covid-19: A Story Of Malaysian Dental Practitioner, Nor Faharina Abdul Hamid, Azlan Jaafar, Nurul Haini Najwa Mohamd Mahmod, Raja Nur Nabiha Raja Amir Hamzah

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has caused series of lockdown in Malaysia which led to the significant financial impact to dental practitioner in Malaysia. Objectives: The aim of this study is to investigate factors affecting dental practice and its implication to financial situation during the pandemic in Malaysia. Methods: Registered Malaysian dental practitioners were invited to participate in online questionnaire via google form. Descriptive and Pearson’s chi-square test analysis were conducted (p<0.05). Results: 468 of dental practitioners had responded to our survey. More than three-quarter of dental practitioners worked in government sectors while almost a quarter worked in private sectors. 49.2% …

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Association Among Hscrp Levels, Bone Mineral Density, And Periodontal Parameters In Postmenopausal Women, Aastha Baldodia, Rajinder Kumar Sharma, Shikha Tewari, Aman Arora Dec 2021

Association Among Hscrp Levels, Bone Mineral Density, And Periodontal Parameters In Postmenopausal Women, Aastha Baldodia, Rajinder Kumar Sharma, Shikha Tewari, Aman Arora

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Association of Osteoporosis and periodontitis is well documented. Osteopenia being the initial state of bone loss prior to osteoporosis; finding its correlation with clinical attachment loss holds significance in the process of establishing early reduction in BMD as a risk factor for periodontitis. Objectives: The present cross sectional study aimed to explore the association of osteopenia with serum high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) levels, and periodontal parameters in narrow age range postmenopausal (PM) women. Methods: 112 participants in this single centred cross sectional study were bifurcated into test group: osteopenic PM women [n=62], and control group: normal bone mineral density …

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Antibacterial And Antibiofilm Efficacy Of Pineapple Hump (Ananas Comosus) On Porphyromonas Gingivalis In Vitro, Abdul Gani Soulissa, Billy Lombardo, Armelia Sari Widyarman Dec 2021

Antibacterial And Antibiofilm Efficacy Of Pineapple Hump (Ananas Comosus) On Porphyromonas Gingivalis In Vitro, Abdul Gani Soulissa, Billy Lombardo, Armelia Sari Widyarman

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Background: Periodontal disease is one of the most prevalent oral health problems in Indonesia that affects supporting tissues of the teeth. Porphyromonas gingivalis plays an important role in the pathogenesis of periodontal disease. Alternative therapy with natural plant extracts, including pineapple (Ananas comosus) hump extract may inhibit the growth of bacteria that cause periodontal disease. Objective: To determine the effect of pineapple hump extract on bacterial growth and adhesion of Porphyromonas gingivalis biofilms. Method: The bacterial inhibition test was performed by the agar well diffusion method, and biofilm density measurements were made using the biofilm assay method. Results: Pineapple hump …

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The Relationship Of Facial Measurements With The Mesiodistal Width Of The Maxillary Anterior Teeth, Nur Ilyana Aifa Aziz, Nadia Che Mohd, Izyan Hazwani Baharuddin, Aiemeeza Rajali, Tong Wah Lim, Su Keng Tan, Rohana Ahmad Dec 2021

The Relationship Of Facial Measurements With The Mesiodistal Width Of The Maxillary Anterior Teeth, Nur Ilyana Aifa Aziz, Nadia Che Mohd, Izyan Hazwani Baharuddin, Aiemeeza Rajali, Tong Wah Lim, Su Keng Tan, Rohana Ahmad

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

The relationship between facial measurements and the size of the maxillary anterior teeth in the Malaysian population is still a point of contention. Objective: The purpose of this study was to establish a relationship between facial measurements and the mesiodistal width of the maxillary anterior teeth (MDW), which could be used to guide the selection of anterior teeth for complete denture construction. Methods: The facial and dental measurements were obtained directly from 170 Malay adults aged between 19 to 35 who had morphologically normal permanent maxillary anterior teeth from canine to canine. The facial dimensions measured were interpupillary distance (IPD), …

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Effects Of Different Finishing Procedures On Surface Roughness Of Hybrid Cad/Cam Materials, Ender Akan, Ozlem Colgecen, Ibrahim Talha Meşe, Bora Bağiş Dec 2021

Effects Of Different Finishing Procedures On Surface Roughness Of Hybrid Cad/Cam Materials, Ender Akan, Ozlem Colgecen, Ibrahim Talha Meşe, Bora Bağiş

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Hybrid ceramics combine the beneficial properties of resin with the advantage of glass ceramics. However, there are limited study about on roughness properties of hybrid materials. Objective: To investigate of the effects of surface finishing methods on roughness of dental restorations made from hybrid CAD/CAM blocks. Methods: A total of 60 samples were produced (n=20) for three main material groups, two different hybrid ceramic (LAVA Ultimate and VITA Enamic) and a conventional glass ceramic (IPS e.max CAD). Each material group was divided into two subgroups (n=10). Ten samples were polished and 10 were glazed according to related manufacturer instructions. Surface …

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