Sexual violence refers to any act of assault focused on an individual’s sexuality that can cause suffering for the victim, such as genital trauma, unwanted pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and even death. This study aims to identify the profile of cases involving womenvictims of sexual violence without pregnancy during the 2019-2023 period at Bhayangkara Hospital of Pekanbaru. This…
Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a chronic disease with significant global health implications, requiring effective prevention strategies, especially in regions with limited healthcare access, such as Kepulauan Meranti District. This study aims to analyze the spatial distribution of DM prevalence in Kepulauan Meranti from 2020 to 2023 and to examine the impact of demographic, socioeconomic, and he…
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is an RNA virus that specifically attacks the human immune system, marked by a decrease in CD4 lymphocyte counts, making the body susceptible to infections. CD4 lymphocyte counts are used as a primary indicator of the progression stage of HIV infection. This study aims to analyze factors influencing CD4 lymphocyte counts before antiretroviral therapy (ART) in …
Lung cancer is the most common cause of death in Indonesia. Lung cancer sufferers are at risk of developing superior vena cava syndrome (SVCS). SVCS caused by lung cancer is a sign of poor prognosis associated with a high mortality rate. SVCS is a medical condition when the superior vena cava, which is the main blood vessel responsible for carrying blood from the upper part of the body back to …
Aedes aegypti is the vector of dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF), which is still a health problem in Indonesia. One way to prevent dengue fever is by using natural larvicides because the use of synthetic larvicides is known to have a negative effect on the environment. Garlic (Allium sativum) is the choice because it contains bioactive components such as alkaloids, flavonoids, phenols and tannins…
Periphyton are microorganisms that grow and attach to the submerged substrate but do not penetrate into the substrate. The purpose of this study was to determine the trophic state of Dumai coastal waters based on periphyton type. This research was conducted in April-May 2023 in Dumai Coastal Waters, Dumai City, Riau Province. The method used was survey method. There were three sampling stations…
This study examines the behavioral response of gourami fish (Osphronemus goramy) to electric current using a homemade electric fishing device. The experiment was conducted on 20 juvenile gourami fish measuring 4-5.5 cm in a laboratory setting. The electrofishing process utilized two iron rods as cathode and anode with a 12-volt power supply. Results showed that the average time required for eac…
Electrical burns are injuries caused by electric current passing through the body, which can burn tissues and disrupt the function of internal organs. Although electrical burn incidents are less common than other types of burns, they can lead to death and severe complications despite having a small burn area. This highlights the need for greater attention to electrical burns. This study is a de…
Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC) is a malignant tumor that arises from urothelial cells lining the upper urinary tract from the renal calyces to the ureteral orifice. Several risk factors that can cause UTUC include smoking, excessive use of analgesic drugs, exposure to arsenic, arachidonic acid, and exposure to chemicals in the workplace such as hydrocarbons, coal, and carbonated drinks…
Informed Consent is a medical procedure consent form given to the patient or their family after receiving complete explanatory information regarding the medical procedures to be performed on the patient. The informed consent form serves as a legal guarantee if any inconsistencies occur during the procedure. The researcher found that many informed consent forms were not filled out completely. Th…
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on health services both directly and indirectly. Not only does it have an impact on health services, but it also has a social impact on people who need health services. One of the groups affected by this pandemic is lung cancer patients who have symptoms that are almost the same as those of COVID-19. The aim of this research is to determine the…
Death is the permanent loss of all signs of life, where death is an event that will be experienced by all humans. The death that occurs will result in the loss of social and legal rights and obligations, in this case a letter is needed as proof of a deceased person, namely a Death Certificate. SKK must be made in accordance with the format and provisions listed in the guidelines for filling …
Burns are tissue damage caused by contact with high-temperature objects that can lead to temporary or permanent disability, death, and rank third among the causes of mortality due to trauma worldwide. Children are a vulnerable population for burn injuries due to the immaturity of their functional development and immune system against diseases. This study is a descriptive research using a cross-…
Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) was an infectious disease transmitted through the mosquito vector Aedes spp. Based on data from the Siak District Health Service, West Perawang Village had been identified as the location with the highest number of dengue cases in the Siak District. The population density of Aedes spp. larvae was urgently needed to support efforts in preventing the transmission of…
Toddlers aged 12-36 months are in a critical growth and development phase, often referred to as the "golden period." This stage requires focused attention due to rapid growth in physical, psychomotor, mental, and social aspects. The SDIDTK program supports comprehensive child development through early stimulation, detection, and intervention. Kampung Pinang, a foster village under the FK UNRI�…
Knowledge is everything that is known about something that is obtained from experience and information that will increase and then be interpreted by the senses and will greatly affect a person's attitude. Teenage pregnancy is a pregnancy that occurs at a young age which is very risky for all aspects of a person's life, be it health, economic, social, to psychological aspects. This study aims to…
Evidence Based Medicine (EBM) is a crucial component of modern medical education. To facilitate mastery of this topic, accessible learning media is essential for all students at the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Riau. This study aims to evaluate the usability of an EBM module developed using a Learning Management System (LMS). A mixed-method sequential explanatory approach was employed, comb…
The life of an individual begins with birth and ends with death. Death is the permanent cessation of life signs, which is followed by a series of administrative procedures and handling of the deceased, one of which is the issuance of a death certificate. The death certificate (SKK) has been regulated in the 2016 Death Certificate Filling Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health. The purpose …
Burkholderia pseudomallei is a pathogenic bacterium responsible for melioidosis, often associated with high mortality rates. Biofilm formation is a key factor in bacterial persistence and resistance to treatment. This study aims to investigate the relationship between biofilm detection and antibiotic susceptibility patterns in clinical isolates of B. pseudomallei in Riau Province. An experiment…
Sexual violence is an act that violates human rights and applicable legal norms. Sexual violence is a sexual crime characterized by forced intercourse involving violence and threats against a woman. This study aims to identify the profile of women victims of sexual violence with physical violence during the period of 2019- 2023 at Bhayangkara Hospital of Pekanbaru. The research design used was …