MEDISAINS: Jurnal Ilmiah Ilmu-Ilmu Kesehatan is an peer-reviewed journal publishing health and medical research. The journal covers scholarly articles, including medicine, surgery, gynecology and obstetrics, psychiatry, pediatrics, microbiology, pathology and laboratory medicine, radiology, medical education, public and community health, and nursing care.
In addition to original scholarly research, the Medisians journal invites critical reviews, case reports, brief images, innovation/technic, and medical techniques focused on the scope, as mentioned earlier.
Medisains has been accredited as a scientific journal by the Ministry of Research-Technology and Higher Education Republic of Indonesia, Grade 2: 177/E/KPT/2024.
The Medisains is an Open Access Journal that can be accessed and downloaded online for free, thus, ensuring high visibility and an increase of citations for all research articles published.
We welcome contributions from established and emerging scholars; the primary focus is on the Southeast Asia region, which has complex health problems.
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Current Issue

Vol. 24 No. 1 (2026)
Published: 2026-04-30

Original Article

  • Association between nurturing care practices and weight gain among acutely ill children aged 6–24 months: a cross-sectional study

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28473
    Cechillia Icha Putri (1), Fitri Haryanti (2), Ayyu Sandhi (3), Akhmadi Akhmadi (4)
    (1) Bachelor of Nursing Student, Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Department of Pediatric and Maternity Nursing, Bachelor of Nursing Program, Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Department of Pediatric and Maternity Nursing, Bachelor of Nursing Program, Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (4) Department of Mental and Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, Public Health and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Indonesia
    1-6
    Abstract : 141
    pdf : 51
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28473

  • Effect of animated video-based education on mothers’ skills in the early detection of growth and development in children aged 1–5 years

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.23079
    Sri Wahyuni Wahyuni (1), arum budiyati budiyati (2), Ulfah Musdalifah Musdalifah (3)
    (1) Midwifery Department, Health Polytechnic, Poltekkes Kemenkes Semarang, Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Midwifery Department, Health Polytechnic, Poltekkes Kemenkes Semarang, Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Midwifery Department, Health Polytechnic, Poltekkes Kemenkes Semarang, Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia
    7-10
    Abstract : 112
    PDF : 40
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.23079

  • Effect of Moringa oleifera leaf powder supplementation on acute respiratory infection in children aged 36–59 months: a quasi-experimental study

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28615
    Nurhi Kefi Nomenci Babu (1), Fitriyono Ayustaningwarno (2), Nuryanto (3), Diana Nur Afifah (4)
    (1) Master of Nutrition Science, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (4) Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia
    11-15
    Abstract : 56
    pdf : 35
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28615

  • Antimicrobial activity of Etlingera elatior leaf extract in Staphylococcus aureus-induced cystitis: an in vivo study

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.24470
    Ridha Nirmalasari (1), Noor Hujjatusnaini (2), Mita Sari (3), Wahyuni Nurqadriyani Bustan (4)
    (1) Biology Education Study Program, Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, IAIN Palangkaraya, Kalimantan Tengah, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Biology Education Study Program, Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, IAIN Palangkaraya, Kalimantan Tengah, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) 1 Biology Education Study Program, Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, IAIN Palangkaraya, Kalimantan Tengah, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (4) Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, Palangka Raya University, Palangka Raya, Central Kalimantan, Indonesia, Indonesia
    16-20
    Abstract : 89
    pdf : 57
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.24470

  • Protective effects of Gyrinops versteegii leaf ethanol extract on Leydig cells and testosterone under excessive physical activity: an in vivo study

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28611
    I Gusti Ayu Widianti (1), Nyoman Gede Wardana (2), Ida Ayu Alit Widhiartini (3), Made Sindy Astri Pratiwi (4), Ni Wayan Sukma Antari (5)
    (1) Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (4) General Practitioner, Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (5) Clinical and Community Pharmacy Study Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Bali Institute of Technology and Health, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, Indonesia
    21-25
    Abstract : 58
    pdf : 32
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28611

  • Topical Jatropha multifida L. ointment improves perineal wound healing in postpartum mothers: a randomized controlled trial

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.26811
    Fitria Candra Fera (1), Marsum (2), Sri Rahayu (3)
    (1) Postgraduate Program, Health Polytechnic of Semarang, Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Postgraduate Program, Health Polytechnic of Semarang, Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Midwifery Professional Education Study Program, Department of Midwifery, Health Polytechnic of Denpasar, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, Indonesia
    26-30
    Abstract : 87
    pdf : 35
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.26811

  • Protective effects of atung (Parinarium glaberrimum) seed extract against streptozotocin-induced pancreatic damage: an in vivo experimental study

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28603
    Oryza Kenan Manuhutu (1), Anggun Lestary Husein (2), Yuliet Sinanu (3), Nurul Fadhilah Tamzil (4), Ayudyaning Pangesti (5)
    (1) Medical Education Program, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Pattimura, Ambon, Maluku, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Department of Biomedicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Pattimura, Ambon, Maluku, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Department of Pathology Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Pattimura, Ambon, Maluku, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (4) Medical Education Program, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Pattimura, Ambon, Maluku, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (5) Medical Education Program, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Pattimura, Ambon, Maluku, Indonesia, Indonesia
    31-35
    Abstract : 39
    pdf : 24
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28603

  • Effect of carbohydrate type on small dense low-density lipoprotein levels in patients with coronary heart disease: a randomized controlled trial

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28554
    Vino Rika Nofia (1), Siska Sakti Angraini (2), Andika Herlina (3), Ratna Indah Sari Dewi (4), Ibrahim Ibrahim (5), Rahmi Novita Yusuf (6)
    (1) Department of Nursing, Profession Study Program, Universitas Syedza Saintika, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Department of Labor, Technology Study Program, Universitas Syedza Saintika, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Department of Labor, Technology Study Program, Universitas Syedza Saintika, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (4) Department of Labor, Technology Study Program, Universitas Syedza Saintika, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (5) Department of Labor, Technology Study Program, Universitas Syedza Saintika, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (6) Department of Labor, Technology Study Program, Universitas Syedza Saintika, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia
    36-41
    Abstract : 53
    pdf : 11
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28554

  • Protective effects of black garlic extract on sperm quality and liver histopathology following cigarette smoke exposure: an in vivo experimental study

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.29404
    Lisdiana (1), Nurul Amida (2), Dwi Susanti (3), Djuna Lamondo (4), Annisa Basar (5)
    (1) Department of Biology Education, Faculty of Science and Mathematics, Universitas Negeri Semarang, Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Department of Biology Education, Faculty of Science and Mathematics, Universitas Negeri Semarang, Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Department of Biology Education, Faculty of Science and Mathematics, Universitas Negeri Semarang, Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (4) Department of Biology Education, Faculty of Science and Mathematics, Universitas Negeri Gorontalo, Gorontalo, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (5) Department of Educational and Foundations Humanities, Faculty of Education, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Indonesia
    42-47
    Abstract : 46
    pdf : 14
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.29404

  • Effect of intradialytic mindfulness-based meditation on spiritual well-being and anxiety in hemodialysis patients: a randomized controlled trial

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28905
    Wara Gati Murwani (1), Fahrun Nur Rosyid (2), Dian Hudiyawati (3)
    (1) Master of Nursing student, Faculty of Health Sciences, Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta, and Nurse at Universitas Sebelas Maret Hospital, Sukoharjo Regency, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Master of Nursing Lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences, Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta, Sukoharjo Regency, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Master of Nursing Lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences, Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta, Sukoharjo Regency, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia
    48-52
    Abstract : 87
    pdf : 33
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28905

  • Early initiation of breastfeeding and immediate skin-to-skin contact are associated with lower hyperbilirubinemia risk in newborns from multifetal pregnancies

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28781
    Miftahul Khairoh (1), Cityta Putri Kwarta (2)
    (1) Midwifery, Faculty of Health Sciences, Dr. Soetomo University, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Blood Bank Technology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Dr. Soetomo University, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, Indonesia
    53-57
    Abstract : 65
    pdf : 18
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28781

  • Topical Catharanthus roseus gel modulates TNF-α expression and SOD activity in UVB-induced skin: an in vivo experimental study

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28817
    Gina Noviana Gunawan (1), Setyo Trisnadi (2), Hadi Sarosa (3)
    (1) Program Study of Magister Biomedical Sciences, Post Graduate School, Universitas Islam Sultan Agung, Semarang, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Islam Sultan Agung, Semarang, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Islam Sultan Agung, Semarang, Indonesia, Indonesia
    58-62
    Abstract : 36
    pdf : 23
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28817

  • Anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective effects of Moringa oleifera fruit in obesity-induced liver injury

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.30081
    Tiwuk Susantiningsih (1), Maria Selvester Thadeus (2), Mila Citrawati (3), Yuni Setyaningsih (4)
    (1) Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jakarta, South Jakarta, Jakarta, 12450, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jakarta, South Jakarta, Jakarta, 12450, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jakarta, South Jakarta, Jakarta, 12450, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (4) Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jakarta, South Jakarta, Jakarta, 12450, Indonesia, Indonesia
    63-67
    Abstract : 35
    PDF : 27
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.30081

  • Association of parental feeding style and screen time with overnutrition among toddlers aged 12–36 months: a case–control study

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28633
    Aim Matun Nadhiroh (1), Putri Setia Wulandari (2), Awwalul Wildatil Qodliyah (3), Siti Mudlikah (4)
    (1) Midwifery Professional Study Program, Faculty of Health, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Department of Midwifery, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surabaya, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Midwifery Professional Study Program, Faculty of Health, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (4) Midwifery Professional Study Program, Faculty of Health, Universitas Muhammadiyah Gresik, East Java, Indonesia, Indonesia
    68-72
    Abstract : 48
    pdf : 27
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.28633
  • 79

    Designing a stakeholder-informed digital learning model integrating virtual reality and e-learning for complementary therapy-based postpartum preeclampsia education

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.30532
    Susilo Rini (1), Arif Setia Sandi (2), Atun Raudotul Ma’rifah (3), Raden Ayu Aminah Maya (4)
    (1) Midwifery Study Program, Faculty of Health, Universitas Harapan Bangsa, Banyumas, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Department of Informatics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Harapan Bangsa, Banyumas, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Universitas Harapan Bangsa, Banyumas, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (4) Department of Health Sciences, Applied Sciences, Lincoln University College, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia, Malaysia
    73-79
    Abstract : 66
    PDF : 17
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.30532

  • Effect of integrated non-pharmacological therapy on second-stage labor duration and neonatal Apgar scores

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.29409
    Rosmiarti (1), Riska Marlin (2), Yuli Bahriah (3)
    (1) Diploma III in Midwifery, Faculty of Vocational Studies, Universitas Muhammadiyah Ahmad Dahlan Palembang, Palembang, South Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Bachelor of Midwifery, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Muhammadiyah Ahmad Dahlan Palembang, Palembang, South Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Midwifery Study Program, Budi Mulia Sriwijaya Institute of Health Sciences, Palembang, South Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia
    80-84
    Abstract : 44
    pdf : 17
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.29409

  • Effectiveness of wamena pugima honey on incision wound healing: an experimental study

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.30299
    Kismiyati (1), La Jumu (2), Zeth Robert Felle (3)
    (1) Department of Nursing, Poltekkes Kemenkes Jayapura, Jayapura, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Department of Nursing, Poltekkes Kemenkes Jayapura, Jayapura, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Department of Nursing, Poltekkes Kemenkes Jayapura, Jayapura, Indonesia, Indonesia
    85-89
    Abstract : 22
    pdf : 25
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.30299

Innovation

  • Development and evaluation of a TinyML-based sensor fusion system for medical waste classification on low-cost embedded devices

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.29422
    Dini Afriani (1), Irfan Fadil (2)
    (1) Public Health Study Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Sebelas April, Sumedang, West Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Informatics Study Program, Faculty of Information Technology, Universitas Sebelas April, Sumedang, West Java, Indonesia, Indonesia
    90-94
    Abstract : 26
    PDF : 11
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.29422

  • Development and feasibility testing of a digital discharge planning application for fall risk prevention

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.30319
    Mustikaningsih (1), Jebul Suroso (2), Yektiningtyastuti (3), Dedy Purwito (4)
    (1) Nursing Science Study Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Muhammadiyah Purwokerto, Banyumas, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Nursing Management Department, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Muhammadiyah Purwokerto, Banyumas, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Maternity of Nursing Department, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Muhammadiyah Purwokerto, Banyumas, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (4) Community of Nursing Department, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Muhammadiyah Purwokerto, Banyumas, Central Java, Indonesia, Indonesia
    95-100
    Abstract : 31
    pdf : 13
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.30319

  • Development and evaluation of an Android-based application to enhance disaster preparedness among maternal populations

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.30371
    Lita Saputri (1), Iin Prima Fitriah (2), Yussie Ater Merry (3), Faridah (4), Mardiani Bebasari (5), Eravianti (6), Kori Kornelia (7), Resmi Darni (8)
    (1) Diploma Program of Midwifery, Midwifery Department, Padang Health Polytechnic, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Diploma Program of Midwifery, Midwifery Department, Padang Health Polytechnic, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Diploma Program of Midwifery, Midwifery Department, Padang Health Polytechnic, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (4) Diploma Program of Midwifery, Midwifery Department, Padang Health Polytechnic, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (5) Diploma Program of Midwifery, Midwifery Department, Padang Health Polytechnic, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (6) Diploma Program of Midwifery, Midwifery Department, Padang Health Polytechnic, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (7) Diploma Program of Midwifery, Midwifery Department, Padang Health Polytechnic, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (8) Department of Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Padang State University, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia
    101-104
    Abstract : 23
    PDF : 24
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.30371

Case Report

  • Transport index in lymphoscintigraphy for patients with lymphedema: a case report

    DOI : 10.30595/medisains.v24i1.29636
    Yulia Kurniawati (1), Aisyah Elliyanti (2), Rahmi Zahra (3)
    (1) Division of Nuclear Medicine, Molecular Theranostics/Department of Radiology, Radiation Oncology, and Molecular Theranostics, Faculty of Medicine, Andalas University/Dr. M. Djamil General Hospital, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (2) Division of Nuclear Medicine, Molecular Theranostics/Department of Radiology, Radiation Oncology, and Molecular Theranostics, Faculty of Medicine, Andalas University/Dr. M. Djamil General Hospital, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia ,
    (3) Division of Nuclear Medicine, Molecular Theranostics/Department of Radiology, Radiation Oncology, and Molecular Theranostics, Dr. M. Djamil General Hospital, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Indonesia
    105-109
    Abstract : 15
    pdf : 36
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.30595/medisains.v24i1.29636
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