Prevalence of Tungiasis and its risk factors of among children of Mettu woreda, southwest Ethiopia, 2020

Tungiasis is caused by the flea tunga penetrans and results in painful skin lesions, skin infections, and permanent disability. However, limited information is available that shows the magnitude of the problem and its risk factors that help for intervention in Ethiopia. The goal of this study was to determine the prevalence and risk factors of tungiasis in children aged 5 to 14 in Mettu woreda in 2020. A community based cross sectional study was conducted among randomly selected kebeles of Mettu woreda, in Southwest Ethiopia. To select study participants, multistage sampling was used. The data were collected through physical examination of the children, interview of parents/guardians of the children, and observation of the home environment using checklists and questionnaires. The descriptive analysis was done for socio-demographic characteristics, prevalence of tungiasis, and housing conditions. A logistic regression analysis was performed, and variables in multivariable regression reported odds ratios and their 95% confidence intervals once the variables were identified using a p-value of 0.05 as a risk factor of statistical significance. The prevalence of tungiasis among children 5–14 years of age in Mettu rural woreda was 52 percent (n = 821). As a risk factor, large family size (AOR: 2.9, 95% CI: 2.13, 4.40); school attendance (AOR: 1.5, 95% CI: 1.02, 2.18), floor inside the house (AOR: 3.8, 95% CI: 1.76, 8.43); having sleeping bed (AOR: 0.16, 95% CI: 0.03, 0.82); access to protected water sources (AOR: 0.24, 95% CI: 0.15, 0.39); access to improved toilet facilities(AOR: 0.63: 95% CI: 0.44, 0.89); access to electric services (AOR: 0.30, 95% CI: 0.15, 0.62); and lack of own farmland (AOR: 0.36, 95% CI: 0.26, 0.50) were found. Therefore, planning and implementation of interventions focus on those risk factors that are particularly important. Water, sanitation and hygiene interventions, and livelihood improvement interventions are required to solve the problem in the setting.

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Seroprevalence of human Brucellosis and associated risk factors among high-risk occupations in Mbeya Region of Tanzania

Journal of Epidemiological Research ◽

10.5430/jer.v6n1p1 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 6 (1) ◽

pp. 1 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Frederick D. Sagamiko ◽

Ruth L. Mfune ◽

Bernard M. Hang’ombe ◽

Esron D. Karimuribo ◽

Alfred M. Mwanza ◽

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Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Risk Factors ◽

Statistical Significance ◽

Raw Milk ◽

Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay ◽

Human Brucellosis ◽

P Value ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Occupationally Exposed ◽

Associated Risk Factors

Background: Brucellosis is a bacterial zoonotic disease of public health and economic importance. A cross-sectional study was conducted in Mbeya region between November 2015 and January 2016 to investigate the seroprevalence of human brucellosis and identify associated risk factors among individuals in risky occupations. Methods: A total of 425 humans from six occupational categories were serially tested for Brucella antibodies using the Rose Bengal Plate Test (RBPT) and competitive Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (c-ELISA), for screening and confirmation, respectively. A questionnaire survey was also administered to participants to collect epidemiological data. Results: The overall seroprevalence among the occupationally exposed individuals was 1.41% (95% CI: 00.64-3.12). Seroprevalence was higher among butcher men 5.6% (95% CI: 1.68-5.26), herds men 1.35% (95% CI: 0.18-9.02); and abattoir workers 1.1% (95% CI: 0.26-4.22) although there was no statistical significance. (P value = .18). Seroprevalence was also higher among men (1.8%) compared to females (0%) (P value = .19). and also, among those aged < 11 years (2.5%). Individuals who consumed raw milk had a higher seroprevalence (1.56%) compared to those who drunk boiled milk while seropositivity was 0.88% among those who assisted animals during parturition (P value = .49). Butcher men were at higher risk of exposure compared to other occupational categories. Our findings show the presence of brucellosis in occupationally exposed individuals in Mbeya region.Conclusion: There is need to sensitize the concerned professions in order to reduce the risk of acquiring Brucella infections from animals and animal products This also calls for public health awareness about the disease, and implementation of measures to prevent further spread of brucellosis within and outside the study area.

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A study of the risk factors of various arrhythmias in patients with coronary heart disease

International Journal of Advances in Medicine ◽

10.18203/2349-3933.ijam20174285 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 4 (5) ◽

pp. 1369

Author(s):

Puneet Patil ◽

Aamera Sait ◽

Dilip Ratan Patil

Keyword(s):

Diabetes Mellitus ◽

Risk Factors ◽

Statistical Significance ◽

Tertiary Care ◽

P Value ◽

Care Hospital ◽

Av Block ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Multiple Risk Factors ◽

Multiple Risk

Background: Complications like arrhythmias, cardiac failure, cerebrovascular and mechanical complications. Among these complications, arrhythmias are the most common complication of acute myocardial infarction. The objective of this study was to study the risk factors of various arrhythmias in patients with coronary heart disease.Methods: Present study was a hospital based cross sectional study conducted at department of General Medicine of a tertiary care hospital for a period of two years among 102 patients. Detailed history, clinical examination, investigation was done. All patients were followed for one year to assess the outcome among them. All data was entered in the Microsoft Excel worksheet and analyzed using proportions.Results: Arrhythmias were more common with low ejection fraction (72.73%). The overall mortality was 7.84%. Ventricular fibrillation was seen in 50% of the patients who did not receive thrombolytic therapy. First-degree AV block and second-degree AV block were present in 6.25% and 7.50% respectively and did not affect the mortality while complete heart block was present in 8.75% and mortality rate of 28.57% with right ventricular involvement. Risk factors like smoking, alcohol, hypertension, diabetes mellitus and obesity had higher incidence of arrhythmias but was not found to have any statistical significance (p >0.05). However, patients having multiple risk factors strongly associated with the high mortality in statistically significant manner (p value 0.0006).Conclusions: Patients with risk factors like smoking, alcohol, hypertension, diabetes mellitus and obesity had higher incidence of arrhythmias. Multiple risk factors increase the incidence of both arrhythmias and mortality (67% mortality with 4 risk factors and 75% mortality with 5 risk factors).

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TINGKAT KECEMASAN IBU HAMIL TRIMESTER III BERDASARKAN KELOMPOK FAKTOR RESIKO KEHAMILAN

Jurnal Midwifery Update (MU) ◽

10.32807/jmu.v2i1.72 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 2 (1) ◽

pp. 16

Author(s):

Ika Septiana Saputri ◽

Ika Yudianti

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Risk Factor ◽

High Risk ◽

Risk Group ◽

High Risk Group ◽

P Value ◽

Pregnancy Risk ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Work Area ◽

Anxiety Levels

Kecemasan pada ibu bahkan yang mempunyai resiko kehamilan yang tinggi dapat memicu terjadinya rangsangan kontraksi rahim sehingga mampu mengakibatkan preeklampsi dan keguguran, kelahiran Bayi Berat Lahir Rendah dan bayi prematur. Perlunya melakukan pengkajian tingkat kecemasan sehingga tidak mengakibatkan komplikasi dalam kehamilan. Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui perbedaan tingkat kecemasan ibu hamil trimester III berdasarkan kelompok faktor resiko kehamilan Desain penelitian menggunakan analitik komparasi dengan pendekatan cross-sectional. Penelitian ini menggunakan teknik Purposive sampling. Sampel berjumlah 51 orang yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi yaitu tercatat didalam kohort dengan usia kehamilan 28-37 minggu di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Gribig, mengetahui faktor resiko kehamilannya, dapat membaca dan menulis, serta bersedia menjadi responden. Analisis data menggunakan uji Kruskall Wallis. Pengumpulan data menggunakan kuesioner ZSAS yang telah dimodifikasi. Hasil uji statistik p value (0,000) < α = (0,05) maka Ho ditolak yang berarti terdapat perbedaan antara Tingkat Kecemasan Ibu Hamil Trimester III berdasarkan Kelompok Faktor Resiko Kehamilan di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Gribig Kecamatan Kedungkandang Kota Malang. Mayoritas responden yang termasuk kelompok resiko rendah (88,9%) mengalami tingkat kecemasan ringan, kelompok resiko tinggi (86,7%) mengalami tingkat kecemasan sedang, dan kelompok resiko sangat tinggi (66,7%) mengalami tingkat kecemasan berat. Dari hasil penelitian tersebut, menunjukkan bahwa semakin tinggi faktor resiko yang dialami akan semakin tinggi pula tingkat kecemasan. Sehingga diharapkan bidan dapat memberikan KIE tentang hasil skrinning kelompok faktor resiko kehamilan, serta meningkatkan perhatian dan empati pada ibu hamil yang sangat membutuhkan infomasi lebih mengenai kehamilan guna dapat mengatasi kecemasan yang terjadi. Anxiety in mothers even who have a high risk of pregnancy can trigger stimulation of uterine contractions so that it can lead to preeclampsia and miscarriage, low birth weight birth (LBW) and premature babies. The need to assess anxiety levels so that they do not cause complications in pregnancy. The purpose of this study is to determine differences in anxiety levels of third trimester pregnant women based on pregnancy risk factor groups. The study design uses comparative analytics with cross-sectional approaches. This research uses purposive sampling technique. A sample of 51 people who met the inclusion criteria was recorded in a cohort with 28-37 weeks' gestation in the Gribig Community Health Center Work Area, knew the risk factors for pregnancy, could read and write, and was willing to be respondents. Data analysis using the Kruskall Wallis test. Data collection uses a modified ZSAS questionnaire. Statistical test results p value (0,000) <α = (0.05) then Ho is rejected, which means there is a difference between the Anxiety Levels of Trimester III Pregnancy based on Pregnancy Risk Factors in Gribig Puskesmas Work Area in Kedungkandang District, Malang. The majority of respondents who belong to the low risk group (88.9%) experienced mild anxiety levels, the high risk group (86.7%) experienced moderate anxiety levels, and the very high risk group (66.7%) experienced severe anxiety levels. From the results of the study, showed that the higher the risk factors experienced the higher the level of anxiety. It is hoped that midwives can provide IEC about the screening results of pregnancy risk factor groups, and increase the attention and empathy of pregnant women who really need more information about pregnancy in order to overcome the anxiety that occurs.

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Prevalence of overweight and its associated risk factors among adolescents: A cross-sectional study in peri-urban area of Nepal

10.21203/rs.3.rs-919325/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Elina Khatri ◽

Rajesh Kumar Yadav ◽

Sushila Baral ◽

Sudha Poudel ◽

Kedar Prasad Baral

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Nutritional Status ◽

Urban Areas ◽

Weight Status ◽

Statistical Significance ◽

Anthropometric Measurement ◽

P Value ◽

Healthy Weight ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Rapid Urbanization

Abstract Background Adolescence, being a crucial stage for experimentation and acceptance of new behavioral and lifestyle choices, is detrimental to their nutritional status. The nutritional status of adolescents being shaped by socio-cultural, environmental, and economic factors has also been impacted by their food habits and level of physical activity. The current nutritional shift and rapid urbanization had emerged overweight as an additional burden for consistently prevalent undernutrition issues. So, the study aimed to identify the prevalence of and risk factors for overweight among school adolescents. Methods A school-based cross-sectional analytical study was carried out among school adolescents in a Sub-metropolitan city of Nepal. A random sample of 279 adolescents from nine schools was included in the study. The anthropometric measurement of the height and the weight were measured as per the standard. The odds ratio with a 95% CI was calculated and a p-value of ≤ 0.05 was considered as cut off for statistical significance by fitting into the final multivariable logistic regression. Results The overall prevalence of overweight was obtained as 9.31% (95% CI: 6.40 − 13.3). The mean age of respondents was 15.5 years. The early aged adolescents were more overweight than compared to middle-aged adolescents (AOR: 0.27, CI: 0.028–2.67) and late adolescents (AOR: 0.66, CI: 0.068–6.44) respectively. Similarly, adolescents residing in rural areas had 0.35 (AOR = 0.33, CI: 0.030–3.71) odds of being overweight compared to their counterparts. Adolescents with sedentary behavior were 4 times (AOR = 3.51, CI: 0.79–15.54) more likely of being overweight than their counterparts. Conclusions Overweight among adolescents in urban areas has emerged as an alarming issue with the increasing burden. It is therefore pertinent to emphasize adolescents to improve healthy weight status.

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Knowledge of Women from Basrah about Breast Cancer: Its Risk and Preventive Factors

Iraqi National Journal of Medicine ◽

10.37319/iqnjm.2.2.7 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 117-123

Author(s):

Aliyah Habeeb ◽

Haider Al-Attar ◽

Ali Maqtoof ◽

Omran Habib

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Risk Factors ◽

Risk Factor ◽

Cancer Control ◽

Control Measures ◽

P Value ◽

Fisher Exact Test ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Breast Self Examination ◽

Self Examination

Background: Breast cancer is very common in Basrah, Iraq and at global level. To assist in the control measures of breast cancer, good knowledge of women about certain aspects of the disease is essential and needs enhancement. Objective: To explore the extent to which women have knowledge of breast self-examination (BSE), mammography, risk factors, and preventive measures for breast cancer. Methods: A cross-sectional study involving 300 women in Basrah was conducted. The data collection form was used to interview participants from attendants of breast cancer early detection clinic, primary health care centers, and a private clinic. The data covered demographic characteristics of the women, their knowledge of BSE, mammography, risk factors, and preventive factors. The data were fed into the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS-Version 26). The results were expressed as frequency and cross tabulation. The Chi-squared test (or Fisher Exact Test) was used to examine the association between the groups, and a p-value of ≤ 0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Results: Of the 300 participating women, 61.7% were married, 41.7% had secondary and higher level of education, and 75.6% were of the age of 30 and above. Family history as a risk factor for breast cancer was reported by 16.7% of the participants. About 90.3% of the participants had knowledge of BSE; however, only 42% knew about mammography. Only 38.3% and 11.3% of the participants had performed self-examination and mammography screening, respectively. In general, this study’s results revealed a moderate level of knowledge and practice. Conclusion: A tangible gap in knowledge is evident and demands effective an health-education program to support breast cancer control efforts. Keywords: Breast cancer, Breast self-examination, Risk factor KAP study

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Prevalence of Coronary Artery Ectasia and Associated Risk Factors

Shiraz E-Medical Journal ◽

10.5812/semj.104038 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol In Press (In Press) ◽

Author(s):

Seyyed Ali Moezi Bady ◽

Elham Rezvanian ◽

Nahid Azdaki ◽

Saeede Khosravi Bizhaem ◽

Toba Kazemi

Keyword(s):

Diabetes Mellitus ◽

Risk Factors ◽

Coronary Artery ◽

Statistical Significance ◽

Demographic Data ◽

Normal Coronary Artery ◽

P Value ◽

Coronary Artery Ectasia ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Low Hdl

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the incidence of coronary artery ectasia (CAE) and its associated factors in the East of Iran. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 2,795 patients undergoing coronary angiography between 2011 and 2017. Patients were categorized into three groups: Coronary artery ectasia, normal coronary artery, and coronary artery stenosis. Patients' demographic data, cardiac risk factors, and angiographic results were extracted from medical records. Then, information on CAE patients was evaluated. Data were analyzed by the independent t-test, Mann-Whitney test, and chi-square test. Statistical significance was defined by a P-value ≤ 0.05. Results: The prevalence of CAE was 3.04%. The mean age of CAE patients was significantly higher than that of normal coronary artery patients (53.98 ± 9.97). The proportion of men was significantly lower in the CAE group (48.2%) than in the CAS group (62.1%) but higher than in the normal group (32.3). Body mass index (BMI) and low HDL (high-density lipoprotein) were higher in the CAE group, but diabetes mellitus was lower than in the CAS group. Conclusions: The prevalence of CAE was low in our study. Old age, male sex, obesity, and low HDL were CAE risk factors, but diabetes mellitus was a preventing factor in our study.

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Measuring knowledge and practice in relation to breast cancer screening in mothers in Pakistan

Journal of Hospital Administration ◽

10.5430/jha.v6n2p81 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 6 (2) ◽

pp. 81

Author(s):

Sharmeen Amin ◽

Zafeer Ahmed Yazdani ◽

Ankush Jha ◽

Deepika Sriram ◽

Hinozia Merchant ◽

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Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Risk Factors ◽

Risk Factor ◽

Signs And Symptoms ◽

Developed Countries ◽

Breast Diseases ◽

P Value ◽

Screening Methods ◽

Early Screening ◽

Cross Sectional

Background: Breast cancer is a major health burden mainly in the developed countries but its rates are also increasing in the developing countries. With such increasing rates of breast cancer it is imperative that the general population is aware of its risk factors, early screening methods and the preventive measures that can be undertaken before its development.Objective: To assess the awareness of breast-self-examination (BSE) & screening among the mothers belonging to different socioeconomic groups in Karachi, Pakistan. To assess the awareness of breast lump & its relation with breast cancer in mothers.Methods: This is a cross sectional research study constituting on a sample size of 284 people. The data was collected using a self administered questionnaire which was designed after detailed literature review. The date was collected from all 5 districts of Karachi, Pakistan. The duration of data collection was from April 2013 to November 2013. The data was analyzed using spss 19 with a 95% confidence interval and a 5% margin of error. A p-value of .05 or less was considered significant.Results: The results showed that most of the women (81%) have sufficient general knowledge about breast cancer and its outcomes but the awareness regarding the risk factors was limited. Only 38% were aware that old age is a risk factor, 34.9% knew that null parity is a risk factor while 57.7% believed that trauma to the breast, for example child hitting the breast, cause breast disease. The women were only partially aware of the screening methods available, only 53.2% of women knew how to self-examine their breast and 69% of them were not aware of the fact that mammography is the basic screening procedure. Results are similar for knowledge about signs and symptoms and only 46.8% were aware that bloody discharge and inward retraction of nipple may be due to breast cancer. Despite the limited current awareness about the breast diseases most women (82.4%) showed interest in learning more information about breast diseases and how might they be prevented.Conclusions: The study concluded that though the mothers were aware of breast cancer they still require sufficient knowledge regarding its risks, methods of screening and means to prevent it. In accordance with this need more initiatives should be undertaken to spread more awareness regarding this through media or other useful sources. But increasing awareness alone cannot deliver the desired results and there is a parallel need to increase the facilities and to make them accessible for all. Steps should also be undertaken to educate the women about their misconceptions regarding breast cancer and to make them free from unnecessary barriers as many women do not seek clinical advice due to these barriers.

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Assessing known/common risk factors for urinary tract infections to which pupils are exposed to at Ndola primary school:cross section study (Preprint)

10.2196/preprints.16900 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Jotham Chibwaya

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Risk Factor ◽

Urinary Tract ◽

Primary School ◽

Urinary Tract Infections ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

P Value ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Common Risk Factors ◽

Tract Infections

BACKGROUND : Urinary tract infection is an infection of any part of the urinary system starting from the kidneys up to the urethra. It is a common infection with a prevalence of about 33%. If left unattended to urinary tract infections can lead to serious complications. The objective of the study was to assess which of the known risk factors for urinary tract infections are more common among pupils at Ndola Primary School and also assess which age group and sex have more risks. OBJECTIVE Assessing known/common risk factors for urinary tract infections METHODS : The study was a cross-sectional study and targeted primary school pupils aged between 7 and 12 years of age. Simple semi-structured questionnaires and a data collection form were used to collect data. The study also reviewed what other studies regarding urinary tract infections have found in other regions of Africa and a few from outside Africa then compared them to our findings RESULTS : Findings revealed that Lack of deworming was the commonest risk factor amongst pupils with a prevalence of 84%. The least common risk factor is lack of circumcision among boys 37.1%. Ignoring the urge to void had a prevalence of 72.1% while inadequate water intake, constipation and wiping from back to front had 71.2%, 66.9% and 63.9, respectively. The study also revealed that there was no association between age/sex and the risk factors for urinary tract infections except voiding which had a P value of 0.045. Furthermore, water and sanitation conditions existing at the school are very poor and below standard. Pupil toilet ratio is 1:166 and 1:191 for boys and girls, respectively CONCLUSIONS The study showed that most pupils are exposed to the risks factors for urinary tract infections with the commonest risk being lack of deworming and the least being lack of circumcision. There is great need to enhance efforts to improve sensitization by coming up with strategies to reach as many pupils as possible and organize workshops and training programs to assist teachers involved in health education in schools. The number of toilets should be increased to improve hygiene conditions existing at the school.

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Peptic ulcer disease: a cross-sectional study of symptoms and risk factors among students at Jimma University, Ethiopia

Gastrointestinal Nursing ◽

10.12968/gasn.2021.19.2.36 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 19 (2) ◽

pp. 36-40

Author(s):

Melkamu Gelan ◽

Abdisa Eba ◽

Desalegn Nigatu ◽

Bonsa Amsalu

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Peptic Ulcer ◽

Peptic Ulcer Disease ◽

Statistical Significance ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

P Value ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Ulcer Disease ◽

Jimma University

Background: Peptic ulcer disease (PUD), which includes gastric and duodenal ulcers, is a common condition with symptoms including epigastric or abdominal pain. It is multifactorial, with physiological, demographic and environmental risk factors, some of which make it more prevalent in developing countries. Aims: This study aims to assess the symptoms of and risk factors for PUD among students at Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia. Methods: This institutional based cross-sectional study design used a self-administered questionnaire to collect data for analysis. This included logistic regression analysis, in which a p-value of <0.05 at 95% CI indicated statistical significance. Findings: Of the 240 respondents, 41.3% had symptoms indicative of PUD. Most students developed symptoms after enrolling at university and primarily managed them with medication. PUD-like symptoms were found to be associated with year of study, frequent Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs(NSAIDs use, smoking, prolonged fasting and anxiety. Conclusions: PUD is highly prevalent in this setting. Therefore, the university may wish to raise awareness of PUD and aim to reduce anxiety among students.

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Faktor Risiko Yang Berpengaruh Pada Kejadian Tuberkulosis dengan Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) di RSUD Ulin Banjarmasin

Jurnal Pharmascience ◽

10.20527/jps.v7i2.7928 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 7 (2) ◽

pp. 139

Author(s):

Aulia Mashidayanti ◽

Nurlely Nurlely ◽

Nani Kartinah

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Risk Factor ◽

Research Method ◽

Multidrug Resistant ◽

P Value ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Resistant Tuberculosis ◽

Multidrug Resistant Tuberculosis ◽

Mdr Tb ◽

Cross Sectional Design

MDR-TB (Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis) adalah salah satu jenis TB yang resisten dengan OAT (Obat Anti Tuberculosis) dengan resisten terhadap 2 obat anti tuberculosis yang paling ampuh yaitu rifampisin dan isoniazid. Obat rifampisin dan isoniazid sudah tidak efektif dalam membunuh kuman mycobacterium tuberkulosis dikarenakan kuman yang sudah resisten terhadap obat tersebut. MDR-TB merupakan suatu permasalahan yang menjadi hambatan utama dunia dalam pemberantasan TB. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi faktor risiko apa saja yang dapat berpengaruh pada kejadian tuberkulosis dengan multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) di RSUD Ulin Banjarmasin dengan variabel yang ditinjau adalah pengetahuan, motivasi dan keteraturan minum obat. Metode penelitian dengaan rancangan Cross Sectional dengan metode pengambilan dengan kuesioner. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh pasien dengan diagnosis tuberkulosis multidrug resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) dan pasien TB Non MDR yang digunakan sebagai pembanding yang dipilih secara acak. Hasil pada penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa faktor risiko yang terbukti berpengaruh pada kejadian TB-MDR adalah keteraturan minum obat (p-value< 0,05). Oleh karena itu, untuk mengurangi potensi bertambahnya penderita TB-MDR, maka perlu diperhatikan lagi keteraturan minum obat penderita, memastikan agar penderita benar-benar rutin dan teratur dalam minum obat. MDR-TB (Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis) is one of tuberculosis characterized by resistant to anti-TB drug (Anti Tuberculosis Drug). An MDR-TB event is a resistance event to 2 of the most effective anti-TB drugs which are rifampicin and isoniazid. Rifampicin and isoniazid are no longer effective in killing Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria due to its resistant to the drug. The purpose of this study is to identify any risk factors that can affect the incidence of tuberculosis with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) in RSUD Ulin Banjarmasin. The variables in this study were knowledge, motivation and regularity of taking drugs. The research method was a cross sectional design using questionnaire to the patients. The population in this study was all patients with a diagnosis of multidrug resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) and non-MDR TB patients who used as a comparison which were selected randomly. The results of this study indicate that the risk factor that has been shown to influence the incidence of MDR-TB was the regularity of taking medication (p-value <0.05). Therefore, to reduce the potential of MDR-TB sufferers to increase, it is necessary to pay attention to taking drug regularity of patient, ensuring that the patient is really routine and taking medication regularly.Keywords: RSUD Ulin Banjarmasin, MDR-TB (Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis), Tuberculosis

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