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The Differences Of Blood Type In Relation To Psoriasis And Its Onset: Cross Sectional Study, Nugrohoaji Dharmawan, Suci Widhiati, Triasari Oktavriana, Irene Jessica Pinarsinta Harahap Dec 2021

The Differences Of Blood Type In Relation To Psoriasis And Its Onset: Cross Sectional Study, Nugrohoaji Dharmawan, Suci Widhiati, Triasari Oktavriana, Irene Jessica Pinarsinta Harahap

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Background: Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease caused by inflammatory response and attacks 2% of population, with the prevalence influenced by age, geographical location, and genetic background. Until this day, there are several studies that discuss about the relationship between blood type with disease. However, discussion about the difference between blood type and the relationship with skin disease remains limited. The objective of this study is to know the relationship between blood type, psoriasis, and onset of psoriasis.
Methods: This study adopted cross-sectional design of analytic observational study. The subjects of this study were patients in Department of …


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 and 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, …


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 and 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 …


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 and 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 …


Management Of Basal Cell Carcinoma With Excision Followed By Rotation Advancement Flap, Remenda Siregar, Fitri Puspita, Widyaningsih Oentari, Ari Karmila Sari Dec 2021

Management Of Basal Cell Carcinoma With Excision Followed By Rotation Advancement Flap, Remenda Siregar, Fitri Puspita, Widyaningsih Oentari, Ari Karmila Sari

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Background: Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common malignant skin tumor and is derived from pluripotent cells in the basal layer of the epidermis. One of the BCC management options is surgery followed by a skin flap to close the wound defect.
Case Illustration: We present a 43-year-old woman with a major complaint of non-healing sores on the left zygomatic region, close to the medial canthus, with frequent episodes of bleeding and itching since one year before admission. The lesion was excised and followed by histopathological examination, which revealed the BCC diagnosis with tumor-free edges. Closure of …


Generalized Pustular Psoriasis And Cushing’S Syndrome In Childhood Due To Corticosteroids Misuse, Fitri Azizah, Yusnita Rahman, Rahadi Rihatmadja, Triana Agustin, Rinadewi Astriningrum, Githa Rahmayunita Dec 2021

Generalized Pustular Psoriasis And Cushing’S Syndrome In Childhood Due To Corticosteroids Misuse, Fitri Azizah, Yusnita Rahman, Rahadi Rihatmadja, Triana Agustin, Rinadewi Astriningrum, Githa Rahmayunita

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Background: Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is characterized clinically by yellowish sterile pustules surrounded by erythema. GPP in children is very rare and may appear following steroid withdrawal in psoriasis vulgaris.
Case Illustration: A 14-year-old female presented to the emergency unit with generalized erythematous plaques and multiple pustules with lake of pus after abruptly stopped oral and topical corticosteroid for two weeks. The patient had used topical and oral corticosteroids for almost a year to treat psoriasis. Physical examination revealed moderately ill and tachycardic, with short stature, moon face, amenorrhea, and multiple erythematous plaques with multiple pustules and lake …


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 and 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 …


The Effect Of Heparinoid As Systemic Prophylactic Anticoagulants On Covid-19 Patient Mortality And Its Safety Profiles: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Ariska Deffy Anggarany, Rani Sauriasari, Muhammad Alkaff, Famila Takhwifa, Hayatun Nufus, Diana Paramita Dec 2021

The Effect Of Heparinoid As Systemic Prophylactic Anticoagulants On Covid-19 Patient Mortality And Its Safety Profiles: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Ariska Deffy Anggarany, Rani Sauriasari, Muhammad Alkaff, Famila Takhwifa, Hayatun Nufus, Diana Paramita

Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research

Coagulopathy is one of the complications of COVID-19 and is associated with a higher risk of mortality. However, evidence regarding the effectiveness and safety of anticoagulant therapy in various doses among COVID-19 patients is limited. This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to review and explore the effect of using heparinoids as a systemic anticoagulant at prophylactic doses on mortality in COVID-19 patients. Systematic searches were conducted of various databases (Pubmed, ScienceDirect, SpringerLink, Scopus, and ProQuest) covering the period 2019-2021. We assessed the quality of the articles using the STROBE checklist. Studies with a high risk of bias were excluded before …


Survival Rate Of Critically Ill Coronavirus Disease 2019 Patients On Tracheostomy In Indonesia, Aris Ramdhani, Dita Aditianingsih, Raihanita Zahra, Muhammad A. Putra, Wuryantoro Soeharto, Melvin D.B. Kwa Dec 2021

Survival Rate Of Critically Ill Coronavirus Disease 2019 Patients On Tracheostomy In Indonesia, Aris Ramdhani, Dita Aditianingsih, Raihanita Zahra, Muhammad A. Putra, Wuryantoro Soeharto, Melvin D.B. Kwa

The New Ropanasuri Journal of Surgery

Introduction. During COVID-19 global pandemic, tracheostomy is often performed on critically ill COVID-19 patients. There is no available data on the survival rate of critically ill COVID-19 patients on tracheostomy in Indonesia. This study aimed to find the survival rate of critically ill COVID-19 patients on tracheostomy in Indonesia.

Methods. A descriptive survival analysis study enrolled critically ill COVID-19 patients in RSUI who underwent a tracheostomy procedure. Baseline data, including clinical characteristics and laboratory findings before tracheostomy, were recorded. Survival analysis was conducted using the Kaplan-Meier plot.

Results. Forty-two subjects were enrolled in the study: 25 males (59.5%) and 17 …


Cutaneous Horn On The Right Supraclavicular Region In An Adolescent Female, A Rare Case Report, Rohit Gupta, Manoj Kumar, Ruchi Sinha, Reva Shankar Sahu Dec 2021

Cutaneous Horn On The Right Supraclavicular Region In An Adolescent Female, A Rare Case Report, Rohit Gupta, Manoj Kumar, Ruchi Sinha, Reva Shankar Sahu

The New Ropanasuri Journal of Surgery

Cutaneous horn (CH) is an outgrowth from the skin surface, composed of keratin, and associated with benign to malignant skin lesions. We report a case of CH in a 15-year-old female associated with Keratoacanthoma. It is uncommon in young people and is associated with a good prognosis because of its benign nature. This case needs to be reported as it highlights the rare occurrence of this condition in the younger age group and its good prognosis. Surgical excision is the treatment of choice, with histopathologic diagnosis playing a critical role in determining the nature and further treatment of this condition …


Factors Determining Successful Exclusive Breastfeeding Among Working Mothers In Indonesia: An Exploration By Using Positive Deviance Concept: Analysis Of Secondary Data Of Demographic Health Survey Indonesia 2017, Melinda Mastan, Endang Laksminingsih Achadi Oct 2021

Factors Determining Successful Exclusive Breastfeeding Among Working Mothers In Indonesia: An Exploration By Using Positive Deviance Concept: Analysis Of Secondary Data Of Demographic Health Survey Indonesia 2017, Melinda Mastan, Endang Laksminingsih Achadi

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Despite the fact that exclusive breastfeeding brings a lot of benefits for infants and mothers, breastfeeding rates in Indonesia remain low, at 42% of all infants aged 0-5 months in 2012. This study aims to apply the positive deviance concept to explore the factors determining the success of exclusive breastfeeding among mothers in a high-risk group in Indonesia. The study used the cross-sectional, DHS 2017 data of 1.178 mothers with 0-5 months old infants in Indonesia. Chi-square and multiple logistic regression tests with 95% confidence intervals are used in identifying the factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding. Maternal working status is …


The Effect Of The Provision Of Bagea Enriched With Sea Urchin Gonads On Weight Gain In Toddlers Of The Bajo Ethnic, La Banudi, Suriana Koro, M. Anas Anasiru, Nurmiaty Nurmiaty Oct 2021

The Effect Of The Provision Of Bagea Enriched With Sea Urchin Gonads On Weight Gain In Toddlers Of The Bajo Ethnic, La Banudi, Suriana Koro, M. Anas Anasiru, Nurmiaty Nurmiaty

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Cassava starch extract and sea urchin gonads can be used as ingredients for making various kinds of food formulas. This study aimed to develop cassava starch extract as a formula for making bagea added with sea urchin gonads which are rich in nutrients to make it good for child. This study was aimed at analyzing the effect of the provision of bagea enriched by sea urchin gonads on weight gain in toddlers of the Bajo community. In making the formula of bagea, the researchers used a quasi-experimental design. After the data were collected, they were then checked for feasibility, coded, …


Relationship Of Age, Gender, And History Of Comorbid Diseases In Tb Patients Toward Self-Stigma Tb In Surakarta, Ignes Widowati, Balgis Balgis, Sri Mulyani Oct 2021

Relationship Of Age, Gender, And History Of Comorbid Diseases In Tb Patients Toward Self-Stigma Tb In Surakarta, Ignes Widowati, Balgis Balgis, Sri Mulyani

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Tuberculosis (TB) infection in Indonesia has not been completely eradicated. It is challenging for those who suffer from TB to be away from self-stigma. This study aimed to determine the relationship between age factors, gender, and a history of comorbid diseases related to self-stigma. This was a cross sectional study using a Tuberculosis Stigma Assessment questionnaire. Total 50 respondents were obtained by purposive sampling technique. Inclusion criteria are TB patients or former patients aged 18 years to the elderly, male and female, without or having a history of comorbidities (HIV & DM). Quantitative-qualitative analysis, univariate and bivariate tests using Pearson …


An Effective Method To Predict Low Birth Weight In Indonesia Rural Area, Asyifa Robiatul Adawiyah, Kusharisupeni Djokosujono, Nur Alam, Novita Arie Setiawati Oct 2021

An Effective Method To Predict Low Birth Weight In Indonesia Rural Area, Asyifa Robiatul Adawiyah, Kusharisupeni Djokosujono, Nur Alam, Novita Arie Setiawati

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Antenatal care (ANC) is a compulsory program in Indonesia with minimally 4 times visits, unfortunately, regular Antenatal care visit at Kanjillo health center, South Sulawesi, Indonesia is still low. Most of the Low Birth Weight (LBW) cases in Indonesia happened in a rural-areas, where most of the women conducted the first visit ANC on the third trimester. This study aimed to determine the cut-off point of mother’s last trimester pregnancy weight for predicting as well as preventing low birthweight outcomes in the community. The research design was cross-sectional with secondary data taken from the Kanjilo health center, with 150 pregnant …


Faktor-Faktor Yang Berhubungan Dengan Kejadian Diare Pada Siswa Sekolah Dasar Di Kabupaten Lebak, Provinsi Banten, Indonesia, Ilham Ibrahim, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika, Triyanti Triyanti, Tria Astika Endah Permatasari Oct 2021

Faktor-Faktor Yang Berhubungan Dengan Kejadian Diare Pada Siswa Sekolah Dasar Di Kabupaten Lebak, Provinsi Banten, Indonesia, Ilham Ibrahim, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika, Triyanti Triyanti, Tria Astika Endah Permatasari

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Diarrhea is an endemic disease that has the potential to create extraordinary events in a country, including Indonesia. The highest diarrhea case was found in Banten Province, namely in Lebak Regency, the highest number was in the school-age group. This study aims to determine the relationship between the incidence of diarrhea on children's characteristics, children's behavior characteristics, mother/family characteristics, and environmental characteristics. This study uses secondary data with a cross-sectional design with a total sample of 151 elementary school children. The research was conducted in Cidahu Village RT/RW 02/01 Karangkamulyan Village, Lebak Regency, Banten Province. The dependent variable is the …


Assessment Of The Working Posture Among Dental Students To Prevent Musculoskeletal Disorders, Eleena Mohd Yusof, Muhamad Amir Hazim Razli, Siti Aisyah Iman Mohd Nasir Aug 2021

Assessment Of The Working Posture Among Dental Students To Prevent Musculoskeletal Disorders, Eleena Mohd Yusof, Muhamad Amir Hazim Razli, Siti Aisyah Iman Mohd Nasir

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Poor working posture among dental practitioners has been known to cause musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), which are made worse by lengthy procedures and a lack of awareness about the proper working posture.

Objectives: To assess the working posture of clinical dental students to determine if interventions were needed to reduce MSDs.

Methods: The working postures of 225 clinical dental students were recorded and assessed within 10 minutes into procedures from March-December 2019, using the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) method. The results were then statistically analysed using chi-square and Fisher’s exact tests.

Results: Of the 225 students observed, 64 (28.4%; 95% …


Impact Of Scabies On Indonesian Public Boarding School Students’ Quality Of Life: A Mixed-Method Analysis, Sri Linuwih Sw Menaldi, Danny Surya, Valensia Vivian The, Melani Marissa Jun 2021

Impact Of Scabies On Indonesian Public Boarding School Students’ Quality Of Life: A Mixed-Method Analysis, Sri Linuwih Sw Menaldi, Danny Surya, Valensia Vivian The, Melani Marissa

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Background: Scabies is a neglected tropical disease in which people affected primarily presents with intense pruritus. The disease is often recurrent, especially in people living in close contacts, such as in a community; thus, it negatively impacts their quality of life (QoL).This study analyzes the impact of pruritus in scabies on the QoL of patients living in a public boarding school (PBS) in West Java, Indonesia.

Methods: This study is a mixed-method study conducted on 39 subjects. TheQoL was examined using the Indonesian version of the dermatology life quality index (DLQI) questionnaire and in-depth interviews.

Results: Most …


Prevalence Of Cutibacterium Acnes And Staph Spp. In The Lesions Of Acne Vulgaris In Jakarta, Melyawati Hermawan, Enty Tjoa, Inneke J. Hidajat, Maria Teressa, Eka B. Layadi, Alegra Wolter Jun 2021

Prevalence Of Cutibacterium Acnes And Staph Spp. In The Lesions Of Acne Vulgaris In Jakarta, Melyawati Hermawan, Enty Tjoa, Inneke J. Hidajat, Maria Teressa, Eka B. Layadi, Alegra Wolter

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Background: Acne vulgaris (AV) is a chronic skin disorder that is commonly seen in young adults. Recent studies have shown that bacteria other than Cuticubacterium acnes found in the skin microbiota also play vital roles in the pathogenesis of AV. Understanding the skin microbiota and its disruption in patients with AV is paramount in treating patients with AV.

Methods: Samples were obtained from 36 subjects to evaluate the proportion of Cutibacterium acnes, Staphylococcus epidermidis, and Staphylococcus aureus in lesions of AV by means of bacterial culture.

Results: There were 69 specimens collected from the 36 subjects with …


A Comparison Of Single-Dose Versus Divided-Dose Of Metronidazole On Bacterial Vaginosis Among Female Sex Workers In Surakarta, Willa Damayanti, Rini Hastuti, Agung Triana, Danu Yuliarto, Ardelia Dyah Ayu, Endra Yustin Ellistasari Jun 2021

A Comparison Of Single-Dose Versus Divided-Dose Of Metronidazole On Bacterial Vaginosis Among Female Sex Workers In Surakarta, Willa Damayanti, Rini Hastuti, Agung Triana, Danu Yuliarto, Ardelia Dyah Ayu, Endra Yustin Ellistasari

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Background: Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the most common vaginal infection in sexually active women. Metronidazole (MTZ) is still one of the recommended regimens for BV either as a single-dose or divided-dose. In addition to its affordability and availability, oral metronidazole also produces fewer adverse effects. This study aimedto determine the efficacy of single-dose versus divided-dose metronidazole for BV among female sex workers (FSWs) in Surakarta.

Methods: A single-blind randomized clinical trial was conducted in Surakarta. FSWswith BV (⩾3 Amsel criteria) were enrolled. The subjects were grouped into two, and treated with MTZ either as a single-dose of …


Multisystem Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis In High-Risk Group: A Case Series Of Two Infants, Anggun Putri Yuniaswan, Putri Rachma Safitri, Diah Prabawati Retnani Jun 2021

Multisystem Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis In High-Risk Group: A Case Series Of Two Infants, Anggun Putri Yuniaswan, Putri Rachma Safitri, Diah Prabawati Retnani

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Background: Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) has diverse manifestations, from asymptomatic to aggressive, which involves many organs. Histopathological examination playsa crucialrole as a basic diagnostic standard for LCH. Writing Group of the Histiocyte Society proposes a guideline for diagnosing LCH, divided into presumptive, designated, and definitive diagnosis.

Case Illustration: Two cases of a 14 month-old girl and an 18 month-old girl presented similar clinical manifestation and multi-organ involvement. Dermatological examination revealed red papules and plaques covered by brownish scales and crusts on the scalp and body, erosion in some folds of the body. Histopathological examination of the first case …


Basal Cell Carcinoma In A 14-Year-Old: A Rare Case Of A Common Skin Cancer, Danang Tri Wahyudi, Firman Parrol, Aida Sofiati Hoemardani, Agassi Suseno Sutarjo Jun 2021

Basal Cell Carcinoma In A 14-Year-Old: A Rare Case Of A Common Skin Cancer, Danang Tri Wahyudi, Firman Parrol, Aida Sofiati Hoemardani, Agassi Suseno Sutarjo

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Background: Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common cutaneous malignancy. It usually arises in sun-exposed areas of the body, with the face and neck being the most common sites for BCC. BCC is typically found in older individuals, but it is becoming more prevalent in people younger than 50. However, such cases in children under 15 are rarely encountered. Pigmented BCC is a common presentation in people of color, while such presentation is relatively unusual in Caucasians. Pediatric cases could be idiopathic, but it is more commonly associated with a genetic defect, such as basal cell nevus syndrome, …


Noninvasive Diagnostic Modality For Skin Cancer, Remenda Siregar, Raja Nurhayati, Widyaningsih Oentari, Ari Karmila Sari Jun 2021

Noninvasive Diagnostic Modality For Skin Cancer, Remenda Siregar, Raja Nurhayati, Widyaningsih Oentari, Ari Karmila Sari

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Histopathological examination is the gold standard for the diagnosis of nonmelanoma and melanoma skin cancer, but it is an invasive procedure that consumes time and requires large costs. The average cure rate for skin cancer is high with early detection and appropriate treatment. This is an article review that was made through findings from several scientific articles. There are several noninvasive imaging modality choices that can be used for screening at low cost, high quality, and faster result, which includes dermoscopy, optical coherence tomography, reflectance confocal microscopy, electrical impedance spectroscopy, multispectral imaging, and SIAscopy®. These imaging modalities can assist in …


Clinical Characteristics And Treatment Regimen Of Pemphigus Patients: A Retrospective Study, Windy Keumala Budianti, Eyleny Meisyah Fitri, Puti Rineska Meilinda, Endi Novianto, Shafira Anindya, Arlha Aporia Debinta Jun 2021

Clinical Characteristics And Treatment Regimen Of Pemphigus Patients: A Retrospective Study, Windy Keumala Budianti, Eyleny Meisyah Fitri, Puti Rineska Meilinda, Endi Novianto, Shafira Anindya, Arlha Aporia Debinta

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Background: Pemphigus is a potentially life-threatening autoimmune bullous disease. In pemphigus, the therapeutic options are based on the clinical characteristics of each patient. However, other than corticosteroids, most therapeutic options for pemphigus are currently limited. Steroid-sparing agents might be considered since the initiation of therapy to prevent the side effects of corticosteroid. The objective of this study is to identify the clinical characteristics and therapy of choice in patients with pemphigus at Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital.

Method: All cases of pemphigus from 2016 to 2018 at Dermato-Allergo-Immunology Clinic, Department of Dermatology and Venerology Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo General …


Alternative Modality In The Treatment Of Acne Vulgaris: Low Level Laser Therapy, Rudi Chandra, Nelva K. Jusuf Jun 2021

Alternative Modality In The Treatment Of Acne Vulgaris: Low Level Laser Therapy, Rudi Chandra, Nelva K. Jusuf

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous unit with polymorphic manifestations. The four key elements leading to the formation of acne lesions are alteration of follicular keratinization that leads to comedones, increased and altered sebum production under androgen control, follicular colonization by Propionibacterium acnes, and complex inflammatory mechanisms that involve both innate and acquired immunity. Phototherapy (light, lasers, and photodynamic therapy) has been proposed as an alternative therapeutic modality to treat acne vulgaris and is proposed to have less side effects compared to other treatment options. Recently, low-level laser (light) therapy (LLLT) which refers to the use …


Dermoscopy-Guided Carbon Dioxide Laser Destruction For Nevus Sebaceous: Two Case Reports, Larisa Paramitha Wibawa, Kuniaki Ohara Jun 2021

Dermoscopy-Guided Carbon Dioxide Laser Destruction For Nevus Sebaceous: Two Case Reports, Larisa Paramitha Wibawa, Kuniaki Ohara

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Background: Nevus sebaceous (NS) is a common hamartoma of the cutaneous adnexal structure, clinically appear as a well demarcated yellow-orange plaque, sometimes with verrucous surface. Dermoscopy may aid the diagnosis of NS and also guide carbon dioxide (CO2) laser therapy.

Case Illustration: Two cases of brown and yellowish plaque on the face, with clinical appearance, dermoscopic, and histopathological findings consistent with NS. The patients consented to undergo serial CO­2laser destruction, aimed to reduce recurrences and shorten the duration of the downtime. Dermoscopy aided in locating the area and the depth of each treatment.

Discussion: The dermoscopy finding …


Childhood-Onset Borderline Tuberculoid Leprosy With Reversal Reaction, Ramona D. Lubis, Mila Darmi, Rudi Chandra Jun 2021

Childhood-Onset Borderline Tuberculoid Leprosy With Reversal Reaction, Ramona D. Lubis, Mila Darmi, Rudi Chandra

Journal of General - Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia

Background: Leprosy is a chronic granulomatous infection caused by Mycobacterium lepraethat predominantly affects the skin and peripheral nerves. Leprosy among children is still common in endemic countries.

Case Illustration: A 12-year-old girl complained about a hypopigmented anesthetic patch on her face for 11 years, which became larger and spread slowly to her arms and legs. She had a history of close contact with her aunt, who was diagnosed with multibacillary leprosy. On slit-skin-smear test, acid-fast-bacilli (bacteriologic index +1) were found. She was diagnosed with multibacillary leprosy and treated with children’s multidrug therapy-multibacillary (MDT-MB) regimen. After 2 months of …


Management Of Pararenal Aortic Aneurysms : A Literature Review, Hilman Ibrahim, Akhmadu Muradi, Ihza Fachriza Jun 2021

Management Of Pararenal Aortic Aneurysms : A Literature Review, Hilman Ibrahim, Akhmadu Muradi, Ihza Fachriza

The New Ropanasuri Journal of Surgery

Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) are the most common group of aortic aneurysms. Pararenal aortic aneurysm (PAA) is a classification of AAA where there is no normal aortic segment between the renal artery and the proximal border of the aneurysm. This group has a prevalence of around 20% of all AAA cases. In open repair (open surgery), PAA requires suprarenal clamps or even supraceliac which causes high morbidity. In endovascular procedures, PAA presents difficulties due to the absence of a landing zone to place the graft and the possibility of reintervention after action. A literature review is needed to discuss the …


Factors Associated With Underweight Among Two Years Old Children In Dki Jakarta Province (Indonesian Family Life Survey 2014), Nabilla Atelya, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika, Winda Mulianingsih Apr 2021

Factors Associated With Underweight Among Two Years Old Children In Dki Jakarta Province (Indonesian Family Life Survey 2014), Nabilla Atelya, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika, Winda Mulianingsih

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

A good health status, cognitive development, and productivity cannot be achieved without good nutrition. Nutritional status and its fulfilment of two years old children will be shaping the health status in the next age period. Unfortunately, nutritional problems like underweight is still a significant health problem in Indonesia, especially Special Capital Region of Jakarta. This study used secondary data achieved from Indonesian Family Life Survey 5 data in 2014. This study used a cross-sectional study design with a total of 135 samples of two years old children using a total sampling. Accordingly, the chi square test was used to find …


Underweight In Child Aged 24-59 Months In North Sumatra: The 2014 Indonesia Family Life Survey Data, Salsabila Kurnianingtyas, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika, Winda Mulia Ningsih Apr 2021

Underweight In Child Aged 24-59 Months In North Sumatra: The 2014 Indonesia Family Life Survey Data, Salsabila Kurnianingtyas, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika, Winda Mulia Ningsih

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Underweight has the biggest risk against burden of disease. The aim of the study was to determine the factors related with underweight in child aged 24-59 months lived in North Sumatra based on three characteristics caused an underweight; there are child characteristics, maternal characteristics, and parenting characteristics. This study used cross-sectional design and using chi-square statistical analysis. The sample used in this study was 280 child aged 24-59 months living in North Sumatra province, Indonesia. The data was obtained from 2014 Indonesian Family Life Survey collected by RAND Corporation. Prevalence of underweight in child aged 24-59 months lived in North …


Do Bagasi Change The Exclusive Breastfeeding Knowledge And Attitudes?, Wido Gamani, Laras Sitoayu, Rachmanida Nuzrina, Lintang Purwara Dewanti, Anugrah Novianti Apr 2021

Do Bagasi Change The Exclusive Breastfeeding Knowledge And Attitudes?, Wido Gamani, Laras Sitoayu, Rachmanida Nuzrina, Lintang Purwara Dewanti, Anugrah Novianti

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

The achievement of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) in the world and in Indonesia is still low. One of the obstacles to EBF is that the mother works. Cooler bag is a familiar media for working mothers to provide breast milk. This research uses modified cooler bags which contain information on how to provide EBF for working mothers, called bagASI. This study aims to determine the effect of bagASI on the EBF knowledge and attitudes of working pregnant women. The research method is Quasi Experimental with Pre Test - Post Test and the number of respondents is 34 working pregnant women. Respondents …