Comparison of Platelet Lymphocyte Ratio Values Reviewed from Body Mass Index in Head and Neck Cancer Patients
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Body Mass Index, Head and Neck Cancer, Inflammation, Nutritional Status, Platelet–Lymphocyte RatioAbstract
Head and neck cancer is strongly associated with both systemic inflammation and nutritional impairment. The Platelet–Lymphocyte Ratio (PLR) serves as a marker of systemic inflammation, while Body Mass Index (BMI) reflects nutritional status, which may influence inflammatory responses and immune function in patients. This study aims to determine the differences in PLR values based on BMI categories in head and neck cancer patients at PKU Muhammadiyah Gombong Hospital. This study employed a quantitative retrospective observational design using secondary data from the medical records of head and neck cancer patients from January 2023 to December 2025. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling with a total sample of 62 patients who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The Mann-Whitney test showed a significant difference in PLR values based on BMI categories in head and neck cancer patients (p<0.001). The underweight group had a higher mean PLR value compared to the non-underweight group. There was a significant difference in PLR values based on BMI categories among head and neck cancer patients. Patients in the underweight category tended to have higher PLR values compared to the non-underweight group. These findings suggest that nutritional assessment may support inflammation management strategies.
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