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Factors Related to the Intention to Cigarette Smoking among Junior High School Students in Jatinangor Subdistrict, West Java
Get PDFBackground: Cigarette smoking is known to harm the health of smokers and causes the death of millions people around the world. Smoking initiation in Indonesia is begun early especially during teenagers year. The aim of the study was to analyze the factors related to the intention to cigarette smoking among Junior High School students in Jatinangor subdistrict.Methods: A quantitative method with cross sectional study was conducted in the junior high school setting during the period of September to November 2013. Inclusion criterias were students aged 1315 years old and did not smoke. Four factors were measured in this study, which were attitudes toward cigarette smoking, parents who smoke, peers influence and advertisement where each factor had 5 questions with ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ answers. Data were collected through self-administered questionnaire among 226 students using stratified random sampling. Statistical analysis of the variables was using chi square test.Results: As much as 44.25% of the respondents had intention and 55.75% had no intention to cigarette smoking. This study showed significant relation among attitudes, parents who smoke, peers influence and advertisements with the intention to cigarette smoking.Conclusions: Half of the respondents have intention to cigarette smoking and the most factors related to it are peers influence. DOI: 10.15850/amj.v2n3.52
Larvicidal Effects of Tithonia diversifolia (Hemsley) A. Gray Leaf Water Extract against Culex sp. Larvae
Get PDF Background: There are various vector mosquitoes that cause filariasis such as Culex sp. Controlling the number of vectors with larvacide can reduce the spread of this disease. The extracts of Tithonia diversifolia (Hemsley) A. Gray leaves are known to have larvicidal effects on Aedes aegypti larvae. The purpose of this study is to determine the larvicidal effects of Tithonia diversifolia (Hemsley) A. Gray leaf water extract against Culex larvae.Methods: This was an experimental study conducted during the period of October to November 2012 at the Laboratory of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran. First trials were conducted to find the most effective larvicidal concentration of Tithonia diversifolia (Hemsley) A. Gray leaf water extract in killing 25 Culex larvae. A concentration of 100 ml was decided as the testing concentration which would be compared to a positive control containing Abate® and a negative control containing distilled water. The number of dead larvae was calculated every hour for 48 hours.Results: Effective larvicidal concentration of Tithonia diversifolia (Hemsley) A. Gray leaf water extract was 60% (p=0.000 compared to negative control), which was lower than Abate®. Result also showed LC50 and LC90 of 24% and 42%, respectively.Conclusions: Tithonia diversifolia (Hemsley) A. Gray leaf water extract has a larvicidal effect on Culex sp. larvae, although it is not as effective as Abate®, Hence, this leaf may be used as an alternative larvacide as these plants are easily available in the community and inexpensive.Keywords: Culex sp., filariasis, larvacide, Tithonia diversifolia (Hemsley) A. GrayDOI: 10.15850/amj.v2n1.44
Factors Related with Knowledge of Basic Life Support among Members of Student Body Volunteer Organizations at Universitas Padjadjaran
Get PDFBackground: Mortality caused by accidents remains a public health challenge. Prompt response during first aid accident may prevent disability or death. At Universitas Padjadjaran three student body volunteer organizations provide training in Basic Life Support as the component of first aid. They are Korps Sukarela Palang Merah Indonesia (KSR PMI), Perhimpunan Mahasiswa Pecinta Alam (PMPA) Palawa, and Unit Search and Rescue (SAR). This study aims to assess the level of Basic Life Support knowledge of the members inthree organizations and the factors related with their knowledge.Methods: The method used was a descriptive study carried out on subjects diagnosed with PSS at the National EThis was a cross sectional study that included 59 members of three student body volunteer organizations of Universitas Padjadjaran that have received training in Basic Life Support. A questionnaireabout respondent’s characteristics, Basic Life Support-related experiences, and Basic Life Support’s knowledge was administered to the participants during October 2012Results: The total mean for the three student body volunteer organizations on questionnaire was 64.12±19.40 with minimum score was 25 and maximum score was 100. The interval of last period of training and Basic Life Support-related experiences did not show statistically significant (p=0.647) and(p=0.357) however educational background related to Basic Life Support knowledge showed statistically significant (p<0.01).Conclusions: The level of Basic Life Support knowledge in three student body volunteer organizations was moderate and that educational background has relation with the knowledge. The increase in number of effective training and application in the field may increase the knowledge on Basic Life Support. [AMJ.2015;2(1):186–90
Knowledge and Risk Factors for Osteoporosis among Pre-elderly
Get PDFBackground: Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by abnormal loss of bone density resulting in bones that are brittle and liable to fracture. Most cases of fracture in the world are due to osteoporosis. In Indonesia, the prevalence of osteopenia (early osteoporosis) and of osteoporosis are relatively high. One of the causes of this situation is the low level of public knowledge about how to prevent osteoporosis. This study was conducted to identify the knowledge and risk of osteoporosis among pre-elderly at CipacingVillage Jatinangor District in 2014.Methods: This descriptive study was conducted at Cipacing Village Jatinangor District to 160 respondents who were classified as pre-elderly (aged 45-59 years) and assessed on knowledge and risk factors forosteoporosis through questionnaire-guided interviews after the informed consent was obtained. The collected data were presented using frequency distribution.Results: A total of 100 respondents (62.5%) had good knowledge about osteoporosis-related information, including definitions, causes, risk factors, signs and symptoms, impacts, and prevention. Most respondents,79 respondents (49.4%), are at risk for osteoporosis.Conclusions: Knowledge of osteoporosis among pre-elderly at Cipacing Village Jatinangor District are largely classified into “good knowledge” category. [AMJ.2015;2(4):608–14] DOI: 10.15850/amj.v2n4.65
Indications of Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy in Dr. Hasan Sadikin General Hospital Bandung
Get PDF Background: Tonsillectomy is the intervention to take out the palatine tonsils either whole or sub capsular, while adenoidectomy is the intervention of extraction of the adenoid gland which is commonly done with curettage method. Both interventions are done to eliminate repeated infections and also obstructions due to inflammation and hypertrophy of the tonsils and adenoids. This study was conducted to examine the indications of tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy in the Departement of Otorhinolaryngology and Head Neck Surgery Dr. Hasan Sadikin General Hospital Bandung in the period of January 2009–December 2011. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted in October–November of 2012 using 207 medical records of patients who had tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy executed in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head Neck Surgery Dr. Hasan Sadikin General Hospital, Bandung in the period of January 2009–December 2011. Data collected were age, gender, main complaint, tonsil size, history of repeated infections, history of snoring as well as of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS). The indication for tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy such as infection, obstruction and neoplasia was selected.Results: The indications of tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy were infection at 106 (51.2%) patients, obstruction at 100 (48.3%) patients, and neoplasia at 1 (0.05%) patient.Conclusions: The most numerous indications for tonsillectomy and tonsilloadenoidectomy in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head Neck Surgery Dr. Hasan Sadikin General Hospital were infection.Keywords: Adenoid, adenoidectomy, indication, tonsil, tonsillectomy DOI: 10.15850/amj.v2n1.447
The Analgesic Effect of Pineapple Fruit Juice on Mice
Get PDFBackground: Pain is a feeling stimulated by the nervous system which can be suppressed by giving an analgesic agent. Some studies revealed that pineapples have an analgesic effect. This study aim was to determine analgesic effect of pineapple on mice.Methods: In this experimental study, the effect was examined by using a writhing method on the 28 male mice. Subjects were divided into 4 groups with 7 mice each. The control group received aquades and other groups received pineapple fruit juice with 20%, 40% and 80% concentration with the dosage of 10 mL/kg/body weight. After 30 minutes, 3% acetic acid was injected intraperitoneally to induce pain. Writhing responseswere observed every 5 minutes for 30 minutes.Results: The result for mean of total writhing reaction was 2.39±0.40, 1.92±0.40, 1.50±2.13, 1.66±0.11 respectively for group 1 to 4. These data indicated a significant decrease of total writhing response in mice with 20%, 40% and 80% concentration compared to control group (p=0.023;p=0.000 and p=0.000 respectively). Most optimal concentration was40% with the protective percentage equal to 71.8%.Conclusion: Pineapple fruit juice concentrations (20%, 40%, and 80%has an analgesic effect with the most optimal concentration of 40%.Keywords: analgesic, pain, pineapple fruit, writhing method Efek Analgesik Jus Buah Nanas Pada Mencit Latar Belakang: Nyeri adalah sensasi perangsangan sistem saraf yang dapat ditekan dengan pemberian zat analgetik. Penelitian sebelumnya menemukan bahwa nanas memiliki efek analgesik. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui efek analgesik nanas pada mencit.Metode: Efek analgesik diperiksa dengan menggunakan metode “writhing“ pada 28 mencit jantan. Subyek penelitian dibagi menjadi 4 kelompok masing-masing 7 ekor. Kelompok kontrol menerima aquades dan kelompok lainnya menerima jus buah nanas secara oral dengan konsentrasi 20%, 40% dan 80% dengan dosis 10 mL/kg/berat badan. Setelah 30 menit, asam asetat 3% disuntikkan intra peritoneal untuk menginduksi nyeri. Respons “writhing” diamati setiap 5 menit selama 30 menit.Hasil: Hasil rata-rata reaksi total ”writhing”adalah 2.39 ± 0.40, 1.92 ± 0.40, 1.50 ± 2.13, 1.66 ± 0.11 masing-masing untuk kelompok 1 sampai 4. Data ini menunjukkan penurunan yang signifikan dari jumlah respon ”writhing” pada tikus dengan 20%, 40 % dan konsentrasi 80% dibandingkan dengan kelompok kontrol (p=0,023; p=0,000; dan p=0,000masing-masing). Konsentrasi optimal adalah 40% dengan persentase pelindung sebesar 71,8%.Simpulan: Konsentrasi jus buah nanas (20%, 40% dan 80%) memiliki efek analgesik dengan konsentrasi paling optimal pada 40%.Kata Kunci: analgesik, nyeri, nanas, writhingDOI: 10.15850/amj.v1n2.35
Effect of Cucumis sativus L on Glucose Absorption through Intestinal Mucosal Membrane of Wistar Rat Models
Get PDFBackground: The Cucumis sativus L has been used in traditional medicine for several conditions, with one of them being diabetes mellitus. The purpose of this experiment is to observe the anti-hyperglycemic effect of Cucumis sativus L on glucose absorption through the intestinal mucosal membrane of Wistar rats.Methods: The research was conducted on September–November 2012 at Biochemistry Laboratory, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran. Using in situ perfusion method, the rat’s epithelial mucosa in the intestine was bathed in a simple glucose solution in control, and bathed in glucose and Cucumis sativus L infusion in treatment. After admission, a sample was taken from the digestive tract and the glucose level was measured through a spectrophotometer.Result: There is no significant difference in the absorption of control and treatment solution.Conclusion: The Cucumis sativus L does not have any significant effect on the glucose absorption through the intestinal mucosal membrane. Further studies are still needed to reveal the antihyperglycemic mechanism of Cucumis sativus L.[AMJ.2014;1(1):30–4]Keywords: Antihyperglycemic effect, Cucumis sativus L (Cucumber), Diabetes mellitus, Glucose absorption Pengaruh Cucumis sativus L pada Penyerapan Glukosa melalui usus mukosa Membran Tikus WistarLatar Belakang: Buah timun (Cucumis sativus Linn.) telah dipercaya sebagai obat tradisional beberapa penyakit, salah satunya adalah diabetes melitus. Penelitian ini ditujukan untuk mengetahui efek antihiperglikemi buah timun terhadap transpor glukosa melalui sel epitel mukosa usus halus tikus wistar.Metode: Dengan menggunakan metode perfusi in situ, usus halus tikus dialiri larutan glukosa selama 60 menit untuk kontrol dan larutan glukosa yang telah diberi infusa timun selama 60 menit untuk perlakuan. Sampel yang diambil berupa cairan yang dialirkan ke usus pengambilan dilakukan pada menit ke 0, 15, 30, 45, 60, kemudian dilakukan pengukuran kadar glukosa dengan menggunakan spektofotometri. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada September–November 2012 di Laboratorium Biokimia, Fakultas Kedokteran, Universitas PadjadjaranHasil: Tidak terdapat perbedaan bermakna antara penyerapan glukosa pada larutan kontrol dengan larutan perlakuan.Simpulan: Cucumis sativus L tidak memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap penyerapan glukosa melalui membran mukosa usus. Penelitian lebih lanjut masih diperlukan untuk mengetahui mekanisme anti hyperglycemic Cucumis sativus L.Kata kunci: Cucumis sativus L (Cucumber), diabetes mellitus, efek antihyperglycemic, penyerapan glukosa DOI: 10.15850/amj.v1n1.29
Correlation between Hemoglobin Level, Attention and Working Memory Scores
Get PDFBackground: Attention and working memory functions have important roles in daily activities. Normal level of hemoglobin is required for optimum attention and working memory functions. This study aims to analyze the correlation between hemoglobin level, attention, and working memory scores in medical students who attended Atlas Medical Pioneer (AMP) Basic Program XXI.Methods: The total population sample for this cross-sectional study included 27 males and 19 females. The hemoglobin level was meassured by using cyanmethemoglobin method. Digit Symbol Test, Digit Span Forward and Backward Test, Trail Making Test A and B, and Stroop Test were used to assess attention and working memory scores. The study was conducted from September to November 2012 in Jatinangor campus of the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran and Clinical Pathology Laboratory of Dr. Hasan Sadikin General Hospital. The correlation analysis was performed using computer.Results: The correlation between hemoglobin level in males and attention on Trail Making Test A score was (r=0.144) (p=0.474). While the correlations with theTrail-Making Test B and Stroop Test scores were (r=0.332) (0.091), and (r=-0.320) (p=-0.103), respectively. For females, the correlations with the Trail Making Test A, Trail Making Test B, and Stroop Test scores were (r=0.121) (p=0.622), (r=-0.232) (p=0.338), and (r=0.137) (p=0.576), respectively. Meanwhile, the correlation between hemoglobin level and the working memory on Digit Symbol Test, Digit Span Forward Test, and Digit Span Backward Test scores for-males were (r=0.256) (p=0.197), (r=0.419) (p=0.029), and (r=0.113) (p=0.576), respectively. For-females, the same correlations were (r=0.412) (p=0.080), (r=-0.299) (p=0.213), and (r=-0.028) (p=0.909), respectively. The only test that showed statistically significant result was Digit Span Forward Test in males.Conclusions: There is evident of weak correlation between hemoglobin level, attention, and working memory scores in medical students who attended AMP Basic Program XXI. This may be due to the confounding factors affecting attention and working memory as well as a small sample size. [AMJ.2014;1(1):1–5]Keywords: attention score, hemoglobin level, working memory scoreKorelasi antara Kadar Hemoglobin, Pencapaian Skor Atensi, dan Skor Memori KerjaLatar Belakang: Fungsi atensi dan memori kerja memiliki peranan penting dalam aktivitas sehari-hari. Kadar hemoglobin yang normal dibutuhkan untuk mencapai fungsi atensi dan memori kerja yang optimal. Penelitian bertujuan untuk menganalisis korelasi antara kadar hemoglobin, skor atensi, dan memori kerja pada mahasiswa kedokteran yang mengikuti Pendidikan Dasar XXI Atlas Medical Pioneer (AMP).Metode: Studi potong lintang dengan jumlah sampel 46 orang, terdiri atas 27 orang laki-laki dan 19 orang perempuan. Perhitungan kadar hemoglobin menggunakan metode cyanmethemoglobin. Digit Symbol Test, Digit Span Forward dan Backward Test, Trail Making Test A dan B, dan Stroop Test digunakan untuk menilai skor atensi dan memori kerja. Penelitian dilaksanakan dari bulan September–November 2012 di Kampus Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Padjadjaran Jatinangor dan Laboratorium Patologi Klinik Rumah Sakit Dr. Hasan Sadikin. Analisis korelasi menggunakan komputer.Hasil: Korelasi antara kadar hemoglobin laki-laki dengan skor atensi pada Trail Making Test A (r=0,144) (p=0,474), Trail Making Test B (r=0,332) (0,091), dan Stroop Test (r=-0,320) (p=-0,103). Pada perempuan hasil Trail Making Test A (r=0,121) (p=0,622), Trail Making Test B (r=-0,232) (p=0,338), dan Stroop Test (r=0,137) (p=0,576). Hasil korelasi antara kadar hemoglobin laki-laki dengan skor memori kerja pada Digit Symbol Test (r=0,256) (p=0,197), Digit Span Forward Test (r=0,419) (p=0,029), dan-Digit Span Backward Test (r=0,113) (p=0,576). Pada perempuan hasil Digit Symbol Test (r=0,412) (p=0,080), Digit Span Forward Test (r=-0,299) (p=0,213), dan Digit Span Backward Test (r=-0,028) (p=0,909). Tes yang memiliki nilai signifikan hanya Digit Span Forward Test pada laki-laki.Simpulan: Terdapat korelasi lemah antara kadar hemoglobin, atensi, dan memori kerja pada mahasiswa yang mengikuti Pendidikan Dasar XXI AMP. Hal ini dapat terjadi karena confounding factor yang dapat memengaruhi atensi dan memori kerja seseorang serta jumlah sampel penelitian yang sedikit.Kata kunci: kadar hemoglobin, skor atensi, skor memori kerja DOI: dx.doi.org/10.15850/amj.v1n1.28
Role of Knowledge and Attitude toward Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat (PHBS) of Medical Students 2009 Universitas Padjadjaran
Get PDFBackground: Perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat (PHBS) is one of the main pillars of preventive measures in Indonesia Sehat and also a strategy to reduce health cost caused by illness based on the desire, willingness, and ability to be able to help themselves in medical aspects. The health provider including a doctor as a community leader should behave toward PHBS which based on adequate knowledge and attitude.Methods: This study have been conducted in February–November 2012 with cross-sectional design of 152 medical students 7th semester admission 2009 Universitas Padjadjaran, using questionnaires. Data were analyzed using chi-square.Results: The number of students with good knowledge and poor knowledge were not different (50.7%vs 40.3%). Most of the respondens attitude are not in accordance with PHBS program(p=0.805).Conclusions: Knowledge of PHBS for all medical students needs to be improved and needs to investigated whether there are other factors which affect student attitudes toward PHBS.Key words: attitude, knowledge, PHBS, student Peranan Pengetahuan dan Sikap Mahasiswa Kedokteran Universitas Padjadjaran Angkatan 2009 terhadap Perilaku Hidup Bersih Dan Sehat (PHBS) AbstrakLatar Belakang: Perilaku Hidup Bersih Dan Sehat (PHBS) merupakan salah satu pilar utama pencegahan dalam program Indonesia Sehat serta strategi untuk mengurangi biaya kesehatan akibat penyakit yang berdasarkan keinginan, kemauan, dan kemampuan untuk membantu diri sendiri dalam aspek medis. Pelayanan kesehatan termasuk dokter sebagai pemimpin kesehatan di masyarakat harus mempunyai sikap dan pengetahuan yang memadai mengenai PHBS.Metode: Penelitian dilakukan pada bulan Februari-November 2012 dengan desain potong lintang terhadap 152 mahasiswa kedokteran angkatan 2009 Universitas Padjadjaran semester 7 dengan menggunakan kuesioner. Data dianalisis menggunakan chi-square.Hasil: Jumlah mahasiswa yang memiliki pengetahuan baik dan pengetahuan kurang tidak jauh berbeda (50,7% vs 40,3%). Sebagian besar responden mempunyai sikap yang tidak sesuai dengan program PHBS (p=0,805).Simpulan: Pengetahuan tentang PHBS bagi semua mahasiswa kedokteran perlu ditingkatkan dan perlu diteliti lebih lanjut mengenai faktor-faktor lain yang memengaruhi sikap mahasiswa terhadap PHBS.Kata kunci: sikap, pengetahuan, PHBS, mahasiswa DOI: 10.15850/amj.v1n2.35
Effect of Topical Application of Binahong [Anredera cordifolia (Ten.) Steenis] Leaf Paste in Wound Healing Process in Mice
Get PDFBackground: Wound caused by trauma poses challenging daily clinical problems for physicians in hospitals and other health services. It has high risk for mortality and morbidity. Binahong [Anredera Cordifolia (Ten.) Steenis] plant originates from China and can be found abundantly in Indonesia. The objective of this research is to investigate the effect of topical application of Binahong leaf paste on wound healing process.Methods: A laboratory experimental study was conducted at the Pharmacology Laboratory, Universitas Padjadjaran, from October to December 2012 by using 27 Mus Muscularis mice which were divided into 3 groups: group 1 (sodium chloride 0.9%), group 2 (Binahong) and group 3 (povidone iodine 5%). Binahong leaves were crushed and were mixed with water to make a paste. The application was given for 12 days. On day zero, 1.0 cm2 of wound was incised at the back of the mice, and further on day 1, 4, 8 and 12, the percentage of wound contraction was measured. The data was analyzed using Mann-Whitney test.Results: The study indicated that the percentage of wound contraction in group 2 on day 4 (1.17%), day 8 (23.7%) and day 12 (76.14%) is the highest among all groups. The result showed that the comparison between binahong and NaCl was highly significant on day 12, p= 0.001 (p < 0.05) and the data for comparison between Binahong and povidone iodine on day 12 was significant with p= 0.003 (p < 0.05).Conclusions: Topical application of Binahong leaf paste shows better result in wound healing process of Mus muscularis mice. From this study it can be concluded that binahong promotes wound healing and can be used for home remedies for wound care and as an alternative traditional way to treat wound.[AMJ.2014;1(1):6–11]Keywords: Binahong [Anredera Cordifolia (Ten.) Steenis], povidone iodine, wound healingEfek Aplikasi pasta daun Binahong [AnrederaCordifolia (Ten.) Steenis] secara topikal dalam proses penyembuhan luka pada tikus jenis MusmuscularisLatar Belakang: Luka yang disebabkan oleh trauma menjadi masalah klinis yang menantang bagi para dokter di rumah sakit maupun bagi petugas kesehatan lainnya dalam melakukan pekerjaan sehari-hari. Luka yang timbul tersebut memiliki risiko yang tinggi terhadap mortalitas dan morbiditas. Tanaman Binahong [AnrederaCordifolia (Ten.) Steenis] berasal dari Cina dan banyak ditemukan di Indonesia. Tujuan dari penelitian untuk mengetahui efek dari aplikasi pasta daun Binahong secara topikal terhadap proses penyembuhan luka.Metode: Penelitian eksperimental ini dilakukan di Laboratorium Farmakologi, Universitas Padjadjaran, mulai Oktober–Desember 2012, menggunakan tikus jenis MusMuscularis sebanyak 27 ekor, dibagi menjadi 3 kelompok: kelompok 1 (natrium klorida 0,9%), kelompok 2 (pasta daun Binahong) dan kelompok 3 (povidone iodine 5%). Daun Binahong dihancurkan dan ditambahkan sedikit air sehingga menjadi bentuk pasta. Perlakuan diberikan selama 12 hari. Pada hari 0 dilakukan insisi pada punggung tikus untuk membuat luka sebesar 1,0 cm2. Persentase kontraksi luka akan dinilai pada hari ke-1, 4, 8, dan 12. Kontraksi luka adalah pengurangan luas pada area luka. Hasil penilaian tersebut akan dibandingkan pada tiap kelompok untuk melihat efektivitas aplikasi topikal pasta daun Binahong. Data akan dianalisis dengan uji Mann-Whitney.Hasil: Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa persentase kontraksi luka kelompok 2 pada hari ke-4 (1,17%), hari ke-8 (23,7%), dan hari ke-12 (76,14%) adalah lebih tinggi dibandingkan dengan kelompok lainnya. Hasil juga menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan sangat signifikan antara perbandingan Binahong dan natrium klorida pada hari ke-12, dengan p=0,001 (p<0,05). Perbandingan antara Binahong dan povidone iodine pada hari ke-12 juga menunjukkan hasil signifikan dengan p=0,003 (p<0,05).Simpulan: Aplikasi pasta daun Binahong secara topikal menunjukkan hasil yang lebih baik dalam proses penyembuhan luka pada tikus jenis Musmuscularis. Dari penelitian ini dapat disimpulkan bahwa Binahong mempercepat penyembuhan luka serta dapat digunakan untuk perawatan luka di rumah dan sebagai cara alternatif yang bersifat tradisional untuk mengobati luka.Kata kunci: Binahong [AnrederaCordifolia (Ten.) Steenis], penyembuhan luka, povidone iodine DOI: dx.doi.org/10.15850/amj.v1n1.28