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The Hidden Hazard of Celebration: A Meta-Analysis of Ocular Morbidity from Colored Powder Festivals and Implications for Global Travel Medicine Frangklin Refelino Jotlely; I Made Ady Wirawan; I Gusti Ayu Made Juliari; Ida Ayu Ary Pramita
Bioscientia Medicina : Journal of Biomedicine and Translational Research Vol. 9 No. 10 (2025): Bioscientia Medicina: Journal of Biomedicine & Translational Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/bsm.v9i10.1417

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Background: The globalization of colored powder festivals, such as Holi, has exposed millions, including international tourists, to significant ocular health risks from synthetic industrial dyes that have replaced traditional organic powders. This study was conducted to quantify the prevalence of acute ocular morbidities from these festivals, providing an evidence base to inform clinical practice and public health policy, particularly within travel medicine. Methods: Following PRISMA guidelines, a systematic search was conducted in PubMed, Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, and ProQuest for observational studies published up to July 2024. Studies reporting ocular complications from colored powder exposure were included. Data were extracted by two independent reviewers, and methodological quality was assessed using JBI checklists. A random-effects model was used to calculate pooled prevalence for key ocular injuries. Heterogeneity was investigated using sensitivity analyses, and publication bias was assessed with funnel plots. Results: Six studies from India, encompassing 189 patients, met the inclusion criteria for quantitative analysis. The patient population was predominantly young males (mean age 20-30 years). The meta-analysis revealed a high pooled prevalence of key ocular morbidities. The prevalence for chemical conjunctivitis was 95% (95% CI: 87%-100%), though with substantial but anticipated heterogeneity (I²=82%). The prevalence for corneal epithelial defects was 37% (95% CI: 23%-53%; I²=45%), and for superficial punctate keratopathy was 75% (95% CI: 57%-90%; I²=0%). Most injuries were bilateral. Conclusion: Participation in colored powder festivals, based on extensive evidence from Holi in India, presents a quantifiable and significant risk of acute ocular morbidity. The high prevalence of chemical-induced ocular surface disease necessitates urgent recognition of this "hidden hazard." Proactive, evidence-based preventive strategies, including tiered recommendations for protective eyewear and updated pre-travel health advisories, are imperative to safeguard the vision of millions of celebrants worldwide.
Lower Body Negative Pressure for Spaceflight Associated Neuro-ocular Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Fabiola Supit; I Made Ady Wirawan; I Gusti Ayu Made Juliari; Ida Ayu Ary Pramita
Bioscientia Medicina : Journal of Biomedicine and Translational Research Vol. 9 No. 12 (2025): Bioscientia Medicina: Journal of Biomedicine & Translational Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/bsm.v9i12.1454

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Background: Spaceflight associated neuro-ocular syndrome (SANS) is a critical health risk for astronauts on long-duration missions, characterized by potentially vision-altering ocular changes. Lower body negative pressure (LBNP) is a primary countermeasure designed to reverse the foundational cephalad fluid shifts. This study provides the first rigorous, quantitative synthesis of LBNP's efficacy on key SANS-related ocular parameters. Methods: Following PRISMA guidelines, a systematic search of PubMed, ScienceDirect, and the Cochrane Library (2015–2025) was conducted. Studies quantifying the effect of LBNP on intraocular pressure (IOP), optic nerve sheath diameter (ONSD), or choroidal thickness (CT) in microgravity or its ground-based analogs were included. A random-effects meta-analysis calculated the pooled mean difference (MD). Leave-one-out sensitivity analysis and assessment of publication bias were performed to ensure robustness. Results: Seven studies (N=89 subjects) met the criteria. The meta-analysis demonstrated that LBNP application resulted in statistically significant reductions in IOP (MD = -2.15 mmHg; 95% CI [-3.01, -1.29]; p < 0.001), ONSD (MD = -0.31 mm; 95% CI [-0.45, -0.17]; p < 0.001), and subfoveal Choroidal Thickness (MD = -18.50 µm; 95% CI [-25.65, -11.35]; p < 0.001). Subgroup analysis revealed a more pronounced effect in ground-based studies. The results were robust in sensitivity analyses, and funnel plots suggested a low risk of publication bias. Conclusion: This meta-analysis provides robust, quantitative evidence supporting LBNP's efficacy in acutely mitigating the cardinal structural signs of SANS. By directly counteracting the underlying pathophysiology, LBNP is affirmed as a cornerstone countermeasure technology essential for preserving astronaut ocular health during the upcoming era of deep space exploration.
Therapeutic Keratoplasty for Severe, Travel-Associated Fungal Keratitis: A Meta-Analysis of Globe Salvage and Visual Acuity Outcomes Putu Rima Adilitha Widyasari; I Made Ady Wirawan; I Gusti Ayu Made Juliari; Ida Ayu Ary Pramita
Bioscientia Medicina : Journal of Biomedicine and Translational Research Vol. 9 No. 12 (2025): Bioscientia Medicina: Journal of Biomedicine & Translational Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/bsm.v9i12.1457

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Background: Severe, travel-associated fungal keratitis represents a formidable diagnostic and therapeutic challenge, often progressing to corneal perforation despite aggressive medical therapy. Therapeutic keratoplasty (TK) is frequently required to preserve globe integrity. However, its efficacy in this specific, epidemiologically distinct cohort of patients remains poorly quantified. This meta-analysis aimed to synthesize the available evidence on globe salvage and visual acuity outcomes following TK for severe fungal keratitis acquired during international travel. Methods: A systematic search was conducted in PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science for studies published between January 2015 and December 2024, reporting outcomes of TK for travel-associated fungal keratitis. The primary outcome was the proportion of cases achieving globe salvage, defined as the avoidance of enucleation or evisceration. The secondary outcome was the mean improvement in Best-Corrected Visual Acuity (BCVA) measured in LogMAR units. Data were pooled using a random-effects model. Heterogeneity was assessed using the I² statistic. Results: Seven retrospective case series met the inclusion criteria, comprising a total of 102 eyes. The included studies were geographically diverse, with patient travel histories predominantly linked to tropical and subtropical regions in Southeast Asia and South America. The pooled proportion for globe salvage was 89.2% (95% Confidence Interval [CI]: 82.5% to 94.1%). There was low to moderate heterogeneity among the studies for this outcome (I² = 31%, p=0.19). The pooled mean improvement in BCVA from pre-operative assessment to final follow-up was 1.21 LogMAR (95% CI: 0.98 to 1.44). Substantial heterogeneity was observed for the visual acuity outcome (I² = 78%, p<0.001). The most commonly identified fungal genera were Fusarium and Aspergillus. Conclusion: Therapeutic keratoplasty demonstrates a high rate of anatomical success, effectively salvaging the globe in the vast majority of patients with severe, travel-associated fungal keratitis. While visual acuity is significantly improved, the final outcomes remain guarded and are highly variable. These findings underscore the critical role of TK in the management of this sight-threatening condition and highlight the need for strategies to improve post-operative visual prognosis.
Antenatal Education to Support Triple Elimination Program: A Systematic Literature Review Sulyastini, Ni Komang; Wirawan, I Made Ady
Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA Vol 9 No 8 (2023): August
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jppipa.v9i8.4234

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This study aims to describe cases of transmission of HIV, hepatitis B and syphilis from mother to child and how the role of antenatal education in supporting the triple elimination program. This research was conducted using a systematic literature review approach. Researchers collected data from research articles that have been published in Scopus indexed international electronic journals. Data was collected using several keywords with the Google search engine and portals providing articles from Scopus indexed journals, such as ScienceDirect, MDPI, and NCBI. The data collected was then analyzed by researchers using an interactive data analysis model. The results of the analysis found that the implementation of triple elimination has been successfully carried out in various countries, although there are still various obstacles that must be faced in its implementation. Furthermore, several studies have also found that antenatal education has an important role in reducing the risk of transmission of HIV, hepatitis B and syphilis from mother to child. So, it can be concluded that antenatal education is crucial to provide in order to support the triple elimination program to prevent cases of transmission of HIV, hepatitis B and syphilis from mother to child
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