Ectropion is a condition in ophthalmology where the lower eyelid turns outward, away from the eyeball. This results in symptoms like eye irritation, excessive tearing, and potential damage to the cornea due to inadequate tear coverage. Typically caused by aging-related weakening of eyelid support tissues, other factors like facial nerve issues, scarring, or congenital factors can also contribute.
Symptoms include visible lower eyelid turning outward, eye redness, irritation, increased tear production, and light sensitivity. Treatments range from using lubricating eye drops or ointments to surgical correction aimed at tightening the eyelid and restoring its normal position. Early intervention is essential to prevent complications and maintain eye health, ensuring both functional improvement and aesthetic benefits.
This presentation addresses the management of cicatricial ectropion, a condition caused by excessive scarring secondary to trauma, thermal, or chemical burns etc. The primary treatment approach…
Sessions are CPD-accredited by The CPD Group (UK) — one CPD credit for every hour of attendance.
Oral and poster slots for original Ectropion work, reviewed by the scientific committee.
Meet ophthalmologists, vision scientists, and eye-care clinicians from around the world across three days.
Accepted abstracts are compiled into the conference proceedings and indexed in Scopus and Web of Science.
Plenary lectures from leading voices shaping Ectropion research and practice.
Attend in person in Singapore or join virtually — same programme, same certificate.
Oral and poster slots for your work — in person in Singapore or online. Not presenting? Attend as a delegate to learn from the field.
The Ectropion track is a dedicated stream within IOC 2027 covering the latest research, clinical innovation, and best practice in Ectropion. It brings together researchers, educators, and practitioners for oral presentations, posters, and discussion.
Ophthalmologists, optometrists, vision scientists, educators, doctoral students, and trainees with an interest in Ectropion are all welcome — whether presenting or attending.
Yes. Submit an abstract for oral or poster presentation. All submissions are peer-reviewed by the scientific committee; accepted abstracts appear in the indexed proceedings.
Yes. IOC 2027 is a hybrid conference — attend the Ectropion track in person in Singapore or join live online, with on-demand access afterward.
Singapore · March 15–17, 2027· Hybrid · in-person & virtual
Attend without presenting.
