(S3) INNOVATIONS AND INSIGHTS IN CATARACT AND REFRACTIVE SURGERY

This symposium brings together the latest advancements and clinical pearls in cataract and refractive surgery. With ten focused talks, experts will explore cutting-edge topics, including lenticule-based procedures (SILK, SMILE, CLEAR), excimer and femtosecond lasers, and phakic IOL innovations. Key discussions will highlight AI-driven personalized care, managing dysphotopsias, and expanding indications for refractive surgery. Additionally, insights into glued IOL techniques and their applications will be presented. The session concludes with a robust panel discussion to delve deeper into managing complications and optimizing outcomes, providing a comprehensive update for experienced surgeons.

Chairs: Rohit SHETTY, India • Sonu GOEL, India • Soosan JACOB, India • Samaresh SRIVASTAVA, India