Search Results

Abstract : Nanomaterials have excellent chemical and physical properties and have wide applications in the modern time. One of the important methods for preparing nanocomposites (Al2O3/ZnO) is the electrochemical deposition method, which is characterized by speed, ease and inexpensive. The nanocomposite characterizes by Advanced techniques such as x-ray diffraction (XRD), field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), ultraviolet-visible (UV-Vis), energy dispersive x-ray (EDX), and atomic force microscopy (AFM). The analysis showed that the shape of nanocomposite was Nano rod, the band gap value was 3.23(e.v) and average crystal size was (8.4 nm).

Abstract : Determining the difficulty of impacted lower third molar (L3M) is a continuous challenge for oral surgeons. Kim et al., a modification of Pederson scale is one of the indices proposed to estimate the difficulty of (L3M) based on radiographic findings. Preoperative panoramic view were obtained for fifty patients who need (L3M) being extracted the difficulty was predicted according to Kim et al. A clinical evaluation of difficulty was considered according Parant scale (PS) and surgical time (ST). Kin et al. revealed low to accepted sensitivity (23.8%, 58.8%) and low specificity (21.1%, 36.4%). Regarding the likelihood ratios, only the negative likelihood ratios for prediction of Parant categories were significant (3.61) while the other ratios were not. No significant correlation (P= 0.538, 0.229) exist between the index difficulties with PS and ST. Kim index is unreliable to predict extraction difficulty.

Abstract : Dangke is a local cheese from Enrekang, South Sulawesi, traditionally made with buffalo milk and papaya sap. Dangke is a good source of lactic acid bacteria, which may offer health benefits. This study aimed to investigate the anti-hyperglycemic effects of dangke in rats. In addition, this study also examined the effect of fermentation time on the number of lactic acid bacteria obtained from dangke. Dangke was prepared by boiling buffalo milk and papaya sap until solidified and fermented in a jar for 1, 3, 7, and 14 days at room temperature. The number of lactic acid bacteria from dangke was determined using a Total Plate Count method. Hyperglycemia in rats was induced with propylthiouracil, a high-fat diet, and dextrose 10% in drinking water for 14 days, followed by dangke cheese (0.5 or 1.5 gram per 200 grams of rats’ body weight) treatments for another 14 days along with high-fat diet and dextrose. It was found that the lactic acid bacteria counts obtained from dangke after 1, 3, 7 and 14 days of fermentation were 0.62 x 108 CFU/mL, 0.912 x 108 CFU/mL, 0.263 x 108 CFU/mL, 0.14 x 108 CFU/mL, respectively. The administration of dangke at the dose of 1.5 grams showed the highest percentage of blood glucose reduction among the treatment groups (p<0.05). In conclusion, three days of fermentation of dangke cheese produced the largest amount of lactic acid bacteria, and a 1.5 g dose of dangke cheese is required to effectively reduce blood glucose in hyperglycemic rats.

Abstract : Hypercholesterolemia is a condition with increased total and LDL cholesterol concentrations, and pumpkin seed extract can be used as a functional food to reduce this complication. The flavonoids, phytosterols, fiber, and antioxidants in pumpkin seed decrease the total cholesterol and LDL levels while increasing HDL. This study aimed to analyze the effect of pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata) seed capsule compared to simvastatin on total cholesterol, LDL, and HDL levels in hypercholesterolemic patients. A quasi-experimental method was adopted with a non-randomized control group pretest-posttest design. A total of 61 respondents were divided into the intervention and control groups. The collected data were analyzed by univariate and bivariate analysis. The results showed a decrease in total cholesterol and LDL levels and a significant increase in HDL in the control group, which was given simvastatin with a p-value of 0.000 each. This was also reported in the intervention group, which was given pumpkin seed capsules with p-values of 0.000, 0.002, and 0.000. However, the decrease in total cholesterol and LDL and the increase in HDL were more common in the control group. Pumpkin seed capsule can significantly reduce total and LDL cholesterol levels and increase HDL, but the reduction is lower than simvastatin.

Abstract : The Healthy Cities Movement in Indonesia has been carried out, although it has been officially effective since the issue of a Joint Regulation between the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Ministry of Health in 2005. Lorong (alley) are the elements that need attention in realizing healthy cities because of their very complex issues, including cleanliness, awareness, and inadequate infrastructure. The involvement of various community groups from the lower level is still not maximized in several areas. There is a need for an appropriate lorong community empowerment model. This study aims to improve the model of community empowerment in the lorong to create a healthy city in Makassar with management-based interventions. The study designs used descriptive qualitative design with 30 Informants. Based on the results of interviews with various agencies, it was found that the conditions of the alley people in Makassar City varied. Some report had knowledge regarding how to protect the environment but did not implement it. Healthy lorong should be able to provide a sense of security and comfort to the people. An informal approach through the door-to-door method is one of the keys in empowering the lorong community. The challenges in realizing healthy alleys are the level of public education and awareness regarding environmental health.