CLINICAL PROFILE OF PYODERMA PATIENTS AT THE DERMATOLOGY AND VENEREOLOGY OUTPATIENT CLINIC, UNIVERSITAS AIRLANGGA TEACHING HOSPITAL: A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY

Background: Pyoderma refers to a group of bacterial infectious diseases involving the skin and follicular
structures commonly caused by infection with Gram–positive bacteria. Pyoderma infections are among the most
common dermatologic diseases in tropical countries such as Indonesia. Pyoderma patients present with diverse
signs and symptoms in clinical manifestations and systemic infection. Pyoderma imposes a substantial disease
burden in resource-poor communities, leading to serious post-infection complications. Therefore, comprehensive
research regarding the clinical profile of pyoderma patients is crucial.
Materials and Methods: This study is a retrospective descriptive analysis using secondary data extracted from
medical records at the Dermatology and Venereology Outpatient Clinic of Universitas Airlangga Teaching
Hospital from 2023 – 2025.
Results: A total of 119 patients were included in the study, pyoderma being the most common diagnosis (39.5%).
Among these cases, cellulitis represented the most frequent type of pyoderma (22.7%). This study reported that
58% of cases occurred in females, with the condition affecting a broad range of age groups. The highest
proportions were observed in the early elderly age group (56–65 years) at 19.3%, followed by the late elderly
group (>65 years) at 15.1% and the toddler age group (0–5 years) at 13.4%. Primary lesions such as macules
(44.5%) and pustules (25.2%) are frequently observed, while secondary lesions like erosions (47.1%) and crusts
(25.2%) are commonly found. Antibiotic treatment was the most common intervention given, both systemic and
topical. Normal saline, antihistamines, and topical steroids were also commonly prescribed.
Conclusion: This study highlights the characteristics of pyoderma cases in the Dermatology and Venereology
Outpatient Clinic, Universitas Airlangga Teaching Hospital. Among the type of pyoderma, cellulitis was the
most common clinical diagnosis. Pyoderma was more common in females and occurred across a broad age range,
with the highest incidence in the early elderly population. Primary lesions such as macules and pustules were
commonly observed, while secondary lesions such as erosions and crusts were frequently present. Systemic and
topical antibiotics were the most frequently used therapies. The findings of this study may help enhance patient
care, support future studies, and improve local health strategies for managing skin infections.