Histology is a basic medical subject that demands strong visualization skills and is often perceived as difficult, so it requires innovative learning strategies such as the flipped classroom to optimize students’ understanding. This study investigates the effect of flipped classroom effectiveness on the knowledge level of medical students in the Histology course at the Faculty of Medicine, Un…
Hypertension is one of the major non-communicable diseases that contributes significantly to morbidity and mortality and has a notable impact on patients’ quality of life. Assessing the quality of life in individuals with hypertension is essential to understand the physical and psychological burden associated with the disease. This study aimed to determine the quality of life among hypertensi…
Refusal of forensic autopsies remains a significant obstacle in law enforcement in Indonesia. This study aims to identify factors influencing families’ decisions to refuse forensic autopsies through a descriptive qualitative approach in four exhumation cases in North Sumatra. Data were obtained through in-depth interviews with families who had previously refused forensic autopsies. The result…
Radiculopathy is a condition characterized by radicular pain resulting from a disorder affecting the nerve roots. It may be caused by compression, inflammation, or degeneration that leads to disc dehydration and nerve root irritation. This condition most commonly occurs in the lumbar and cervical regions. This study employed a descriptive design with a cross-sectional method to determine the pr…
Dental caries is one of the most common oral health problems found in elementary school-aged children. This condition can cause serious impacts such as pain, eating disorders, decreased concentration in learning, and even growth disorders. This study aimed to identify risk factors for dental caries in children at SDN 169 Marpoyan, Pekanbaru. The study used a descriptive design. A total of 80 st…
The refusal of forensic autopsy remains a challenge in criminal investigations in Indonesia. This study aims to explore the motivations of police investigators in dealing with autopsy refusals and to understand the rationale behind approving exhumation as an alternative procedure. The research employed a qualitative approach with a descriptive case study design focusing on four exhumation cases…
Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by decreased platelet counts and an increased risk of bleeding. This study aimed to describe the epidemiological characteristics of ITP patients at Arifin Achmad Hospital Pekanbaru during 2022–2024 based on age, sex, etiology, chronicity, bleeding severity, treatment, and therapeutic response. This descriptive study used se…
Dyslipidemia, characterized by an increased LDL/HDL ratio, is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Cherry fruit (Muntingia calabura L.) is thought to have a hypolipidemic effect, but its effectiveness in Wistar rats fed a high- fat diet remains unclear. This experimental study used 18 male Wistar rats divided into three groups: standard diet, high-fat diet, and high-fat diet suppleme…
Menstrual cycle disorders are relatively common among adolescent girls, including athletes, and may be influenced by various factors such as physical activity. High-intensity physical activity has the potential to alter energy balance and hormonal regulation, including the release of Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone (GnRH), which may subsequently disrupt menstrual function. According to the 2023 …
The increasing number of older adults in Indonesia requires early detection of declining intrinsic capacity through primary care screening. To support this, the Ministry of Health introduced the Elderly Health Screening (SKILAS) in the 2024 Cluster III Guidelines. This study aims to describe elderly screening results using the SKILAS method in five primary health centers in Riau Province. This …
Nurses in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) have a high workload that can increase the risk of work stres and fatigue. Poorly managed work stres and fatigue can cause physical, psychological, and behavioral disorders, potentially affect nurses performance in providing care to patients. This study aims to determine the level of work stres and work fatigue of nurses in the PICU of Arifin A…
application of MSCs is the need for a large number of these cells to achieve therapeutic effects. MSC culture methods are continually being developed to ensure the production of viable, sufficient, and functional cells during the long term culture process. This study aimed to determine the effect of human platelet lysate (HPL) supplementation as an alternative to non-xenogenic supplementation o…
Survival analysis is a statitical method used to evaluate the time needed for a specific event to occur in this study, the duration until blood sugar levels become controlled. Thes objective of this study is to determine the length of treatment required to achieve controlled blood sugar and to identify factors influencing glycemic control. Data were collected from medical records at Selat Panja…
High-fat dietary patterns contribute to lipid profile disturbances, particularly increased LDL and decreased HDL, which elevate the risk of cardiovascular disease. The LDL-HDL ratio is considered a more accurate clinical indicator for predicting atherosclerosis than LDL or HDL levels alone. Muntingia calabura (seri leaf) contains flavonoids, saponins, and tannins that are believed to affect lip…
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, and atherosclerosis is a key factor. Atherosclerosis occurs due to dyslipidemia and increased oxidative stress due to a high-fat diet. This condition is characterized by lipid accumulation in the artery walls, leading to intimal thickening and the formation of atheromatous plaques. Preventive measures can be taken by utilizing natu…
Acute appendicitis is a common surgical emergency worldwide. In children, diagnosis is often delayed due to atypical or nonspecific clinical symptoms, which may hinder early identification. Differences in immune system maturity between children and adults contribute to variations in inflammatory responses and cut-off values for laboratory markers such as leukocyte count, Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyt…
Arenga pinnata leaves contain various secondary metabolites such as alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, and triterpenoids. One of these compounds, flavonoids, has potential as a treatment for diabetic nephropathy caused by complications of diabetes. The kidneys play a crucial role, including filtering blood and regulating blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels in diabetics can cause kidney dam…
Adolescent obesity continues to rise and has become a major risk factor for metabolic disorders, including increased blood glucose levels. Carbohydrate intake plays an important role in glucose regulation; however, its relationship with blood glucose levels in obese adolescents remains inconsistent. This study aimed to determine the relationship between carbohydrate intake and blood glucose lev…
Menstruation is a physiological process often accompanied by dysmenorrhea, a painful lower abdominal cramp that can be accompanied by systemic symptoms. The severity of dysmenorrhea varies from mild to severe and can interfere with academic activities, training, and competitive performance in female adolescent athletes. Given that female adolescent athletes regularly undergo physical training a…
Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) is a condition caused by compression of the cauda equina nerves. Surgical intervention is considered for patients with severe symptoms. This condition affects patients’ quality of life and limits daily activities. This study aimed to assess changes in the quality of life of LSS patients before and after surgery at RSUD Arifin Achmad, Riau Province, using the SF-12…