Correlation Between Platelet Count and Hematocrit Value in Hospitalized Patients with Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever at RSUD Dokter Pirngadi Medan, 2022-2023

Abstract

Background : Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) is an infectious disease
caused by the dengue virus transmitted through the bite of the Aedes
aegypti mosquito. This disease remains a global health issue, including in
Indonesia. One of the main complications of DHF is thrombocytopenia
and hemoconcentration, which can lead to serious conditions such as
hypovolemic shock. Objective: The objective of this study is to determine
the correlation between platelet count and hematocrit levels in DHF
patients at Dr. Pirngadi General Hospital, Medan City, in 2022-2023.
Research Method: This research is observational with a cross-sectional
design. The sampling technique used is purposive sampling. The data used
in this study are secondary data obtained from medical records, involving
the collection of information from existing patient medical records at Dr.
Pirngadi General Hospital, Medan. Data presentation includes univariate
and bivariate analysis using the Spearman correlation test. Results: The
results of this study, with a total of 280 samples, show a significant
negative correlation between platelet count and hematocrit levels in DHF
patients, both in males (rs calculated (0.619) > rs table (0.350); 0.05) and
females (rs calculated (0.296) > rs table (0.169); 0.05). Conclusion:
There is a significant negative correlation between platelet count and
hematocrit levels in DHF patients hospitalized at Dr. Pirngadi General
Hospital, Medan City