EFEKTIVITAS PEMBERIAN KAPSUL EKSTRAK CHANNA STRIATA TERHADAP KADAR ALBUMIN PADA KASUS LUKA BAKAR
Effectiveness of Channa Striata Extract Capsules on Albumin Levels in Burn Wounds
Burn injuries represent a significant medical challenge, often resulting in severe complications such as hypoproteinemia due to the loss of albumin. Albumin, a key protein in maintaining blood volume and pressure, is frequently depleted in burn patients due to increased capillary permeability and fluid loss. Traditional methods of addressing hypoproteinemia include albumin transfusions, which are costly and not always feasible. This study evaluates the potential of Channa striata extract capsules as an alternative to enhance albumin levels and accelerate wound healing.
Burn wounds cause extensive damage to the skin and underlying tissues, leading to inflammation and vasodilation. This process increases capillary permeability, resulting in the loss of fluid and proteins, including albumin, into the extracellular space. This loss contributes to hypoproteinemia, which complicates the recovery process. Given the high cost and limited availability of albumin transfusions, there is a need for cost-effective and efficient alternatives. Channa striata extract, derived from the giant snakehead fish, is emerging as a potential solution due to its reputed benefits in wound healing and protein synthesis.
This study utilized a systematic review approach, analyzing data from journals accessed through Google Scholar and ScienceDirect. The focus was on evaluating the impact of Channa striata extract capsules on albumin levels and wound healing in burn patients.
Results:
- Improved Albumin Levels: Analysis of five studies indicated that Channa striata extract significantly increases albumin levels in the blood.
- Accelerated Wound Healing: The extract was shown to speed up the healing process of burn wounds.
- Reduction in Oxidative Stress: The capsules effectively lower serum MDA levels, indicating reduced oxidative stress, and enhance nitrogen balance positively.
Channa striata extract offers a promising alternative to traditional albumin transfusions by improving albumin levels and supporting faster wound healing. The extract's ability to reduce oxidative stress and positively influence nitrogen balance further supports its effectiveness. Given its potential to enhance recovery while being more cost-effective than albumin transfusions, Channa striata extract presents a valuable option for managing burn injuries.
Channa striata extract capsules show considerable promise in increasing albumin levels and expediting wound healing for burn patients. The findings from this review highlight the extract's role as a beneficial supplement in burn care, offering an economically viable alternative to costly albumin transfusions. Future studies and clinical trials will be essential to confirm these benefits and establish standardized treatment protocols.
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