RSCM Reveals Treatment Plan for Andrie Yunus's Eyes Following Caustic Acid Attack

Jakarta – The Deputy Coordinator of the Commission for the Disappeared and Victims of Violence (KontraS), Andrie Yunus, is suffering from vision impairment in his right eye due to chemical trauma following an attack by two unknown individuals who threw caustic acid on him.

Yoga Nara, Legal and Communications Manager of the National Hospital Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo (RSCM), stated that Andrie is currently undergoing intensive care in the high care unit (HCU) at RSCM.

Andrie Yunus sustained chemical trauma to his right eye with grade three severity in the acute phase. “This condition has caused a sharp decline in vision as well as damage to the corneal surface,” said Yoga in a press statement confirmed by Kompas.com on Tuesday (17 March 2026).

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Health has ensured that Andrie Yunus’s medical treatment costs will be provided free of charge. “Yes, he is being treated at RSCM and we will provide it free of charge,” said Widyawati, the Ministry of Health Spokesperson, when contacted by Kompas.com on Tuesday.

Regarding the duration of subsidised treatment, the Ministry of Health stated that the free provision will be adjusted according to medical procedures and the patient’s needs during the course of treatment.

Andrie was brought to the Emergency Department (ED) of RSCM on Friday (13 March 2026) at approximately 00:00 WIB with chemical burns on multiple areas of his body, including his face, neck, chest, back, both arms, and eyes.

Based on medical examination, the victim sustained chemical burns covering approximately 20 per cent of his total body surface area.

The medical team immediately conducted initial assessment and stabilisation procedures.

Examination using pH indicators revealed exposure to acidic chemical substances in the burn areas. As initial treatment, irrigation or washing was performed on the affected areas to reduce the chemical effects and normalise tissue conditions.

“The therapy provided includes wound care, administration of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medications, vitamins, and treatment to maintain controlled intraocular pressure,” said Yoga.