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What shapes syphilis risk among HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) users?This study explored factors associated with sy...
27/04/2026

What shapes syphilis risk among HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) users?

This study explored factors associated with syphilis infection among PrEP users and found higher risk in men, employed individuals, and those with HBV infection. These findings matter because while PrEP has transformed HIV prevention, rising STI rates remain an important public health concern that deserves closer attention in clinical practice and prevention programs.

The graphical abstract helps translate the study into a quick, structured visual summary of the background, methods, main results, and conclusion, making the paper easier to scan for clinicians, researchers, students, and readers interested in sexual health.

Read the full article for the complete methodology and interpretation, and share your thoughts on how these findings may inform STI screening strategies among PrEP users.

Disclaimer: This graphical abstract was generated with the assistance of AI for visual communication purposes. The scientific content is derived from the original published article.

Source: Nguyen TTA, Vu-Tri T, Nguyen VHA, Nguyen-Thi M-T, Luu-Thi H-T, Ly T-T, et al. Predictors of syphilis infection among HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis users. Med J Indones. 2025;34(1):63–7.

Could urinary biomarkers help us better understand kidney stone formation?This study examines the association between ur...
22/04/2026

Could urinary biomarkers help us better understand kidney stone formation?
This study examines the association between urinary calcium and matrix Gla protein (MGP) levels in patients with kidney stones compared with healthy controls. The findings suggest that higher urinary calcium and higher urinary MGP were both associated with kidney stone formation, and elevated urinary calcium was also linked to increased MGP levels.

Why does this matter? Kidney stones remain a common clinical problem, and studies like this help clarify the metabolic pathways involved in stone formation. For clinicians, researchers, and students, these data may support deeper discussion on risk assessment and pathophysiology.

This graphical abstract was created to present the study’s key points in a clear, quick, and visually accessible format.

Read the full article for complete methods, results, and interpretation, and share your thoughts on the clinical relevance of urinary biomarkers in nephrolithiasis.

Disclaimer: This graphical abstract was generated with the assistance of AI for visual communication purposes. The scientific content is derived from the original published article.

Source: Ali Z, Selanno FE, Gunawan IPGF, Sulchan M, Birowo P, Winarni TI. Urinary calcium and matrix Gla protein levels in the kidney stones: a case-control study. Med J Indones. 2025;34(1):58–62.

How does radioactive iodine therapy affect fertility and reproductive health in patients with differentiated thyroid can...
13/04/2026

How does radioactive iodine therapy affect fertility and reproductive health in patients with differentiated thyroid cancer?

This study reviewed the evidence on reproductive effects of I-131 therapy in men and women of reproductive age. The findings suggest that treatment may be associated with temporary changes such as reduced anti-Müllerian hormone and menstrual disturbances in women, as well as hormonal shifts and altered s***m parameters in men. Reassuringly, most reported effects appeared to improve within 1 year after therapy.

Why does this matter? These questions are highly relevant for counseling patients before treatment, especially those with future fertility concerns. The graphical abstract helps translate the key findings into a clear visual summary that is easier to understand at a glance for clinicians, researchers, students, and the public.

Read the full article for context, and share your thoughts on how these findings may inform patient communication and survivorship care.

Disclaimer: This graphical abstract was generated with the assistance of AI for visual communication purposes. The scientific content is derived from the original published article.

Source: Elliyanti A, Aziza Z, Kurniawati Y, Khambri D, Amir A, Katar Y. Reproductive function after radioactive iodine treatment for differentiated thyroid carcinoma patients: a systematic review. Med J Indones. 2025. 27;34(1):44–57.

What if immune imbalance—not just anatomy—plays a key role in recurrent pregnancy loss?This study explores the relations...
06/04/2026

What if immune imbalance—not just anatomy—plays a key role in recurrent pregnancy loss?

This study explores the relationship between vitamin D and the IL-10/IL-17A balance in women with recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). Using a case-control design, the authors show that women with RPL exhibit a more pro-inflammatory immune profile, characterized by lower vitamin D and IL-10 levels, higher IL-17A, and a reduced IL-10/IL-17A ratio.

Why does this matter? These findings highlight a potential immunological pathway in unexplained RPL and suggest that the IL-10/IL-17A ratio could serve as a marker of endometrial immune function. The graphical abstract helps distill complex immunological interactions into a clear, visual summary—making it easier to grasp key relationships at a glance.

Curious about how vitamin D may influence immune balance in RPL? Read the full article and share your perspective below.

Disclaimer: This graphical abstract was generated with the assistance of AI for visual communication purposes. The scientific content is derived from the original published article.

Source: Khudhair HAA. Vitamin D in regulating immune response in patients with recurrent pregnancy loss: a case-control study. Med J Indones. 2025;34(1):37–43.

Discover new evidence, ideas, and discussions shaping today’s clinical practice in our latest edition 💡Explore the full ...
31/03/2026

Discover new evidence, ideas, and discussions shaping today’s clinical practice in our latest edition 💡

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When one donor kidney has multiple renal arteries, the transplant can help expand the donor pool—but it also raises tech...
31/03/2026

When one donor kidney has multiple renal arteries, the transplant can help expand the donor pool—but it also raises technical questions in vascular reconstruction. This study reviewed the evidence comparing anastomosis techniques in kidney transplantation using multiple renal artery grafts.

Across 2 retrospective cohort studies, side-to-side and end-to-side anastomosis showed no significant differences in warm ischemia time, cold ischemia time, or complication rate. These findings suggest that both techniques may be feasible in appropriately selected cases, although the evidence remains limited. Graft function and rejection could not be meta-analyzed because of small study numbers and heterogeneous reporting.

This graphical abstract helps translate a technically dense meta-analysis into a format that is quicker to scan, easier to teach, and simpler to share across clinical and academic settings.

Read the full article and tell us: in your view, what should future transplant studies prioritize?

Disclaimer: This graphical abstract was generated with the assistance of AI for visual communication purposes. The scientific content is derived from the original published article.

Source: Hernawan Rahmat Muharia B, Situmorang GR, Rasyid N, Rodjani A, Birowo P. Comparing anastomosis techniques on ischemia time in multi-arterial kidney grafts: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Med J Indones. 2025;34(1):30–6.

Can a lung recruitment maneuver improve microcirculation in ventilated preterm infants without increasing injury?This cl...
21/03/2026

Can a lung recruitment maneuver improve microcirculation in ventilated preterm infants without increasing injury?

This clinical trial conducted in two Jakarta hospitals evaluated whether a lung recruitment maneuver during MV-AC/VG affects microcirculation, lung injury markers, and respiratory outcomes in preterm infants with severe respiratory distress syndrome.

The findings suggest that the maneuver did not worsen alveolar or endothelial injury and was associated with faster achievement of the lowest FiO₂, shorter duration of respiratory support, and improved oxygenation/microcirculation indices at 72 hours. However, no significant reduction in bronchopulmonary dysplasia or mortality was observed by 36 weeks.

The graphical abstract summarizes these complex clinical and biomarker outcomes in a clear visual format, making it easier for clinicians, researchers, and trainees to quickly grasp the study design and key results.

Read the full article and share your perspective on the role of recruitment strategies in neonatal ventilation.

Disclaimer: This graphical abstract was generated with the assistance of AI for visual communication purposes. The scientific content is derived from the original published article.

Source: Iskandar ATP, Djer MM, Supriyatno B, Kaban RK, Kautsar A, Rahmadhany A, et al. Effects of lung recruitment maneuver using mechanical ventilator in preterm infant microcirculation: a clinical trial. Med J Indones. 2025;34(1):21–9.

CoV2-Bio, an RBD-based COVID-19 vaccine, was evaluated against CoronaVac in a randomized controlled study in healthy adu...
13/03/2026

CoV2-Bio, an RBD-based COVID-19 vaccine, was evaluated against CoronaVac in a randomized controlled study in healthy adults.

Both vaccines were well tolerated, but CoV2-Bio showed a stronger antibody response, with higher seroconversion and geometric mean titers. These findings contribute to ongoing research on protein subunit vaccines and future COVID-19 immunization strategies.

Read the full article for complete methods and interpretation, and share your thoughts on the findings.

Disclaimer: This graphical abstract was generated with the assistance of AI for visual communication purposes. The scientific content is derived from the original published article.

Source: Maria S, Olfriani C, Koesnoe S, Sekartini R, Soedjatmiko, Medise BE, et al. Safety and immunogenicity of the CoV2-Bio in a healthy population aged 18 years and older in Indonesia. Med J Indones. 2025;34(1):11–20.

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30/12/2025

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