An epiretinal membrane (ERM), also known as macular pucker or cellophane maculopathy, forms on the surface of the retina. It's a thin layer of fibrous tissue composed of glial cells, collagen, and sometimes retinal pigment epithelial cells. ERMs typically develop due to changes in the vitreous humor of the eye, often caused by aging, trauma, or inflammation. Clinically, ERMs can cause visual distortion, blurriness, or even mild vision loss if they contract and distort the underlying retina, particularly affecting central vision. Diagnosis involves a thorough eye exam, including optical coherence tomography (OCT) imaging to assess the extent and severity of the membrane. Treatment may not always be necessary, especially if symptoms are mild. However, if visual impairment is significant, surgical intervention such as vitrectomy with membrane peeling may be considered to improve vision by removing the abnormal tissue layer from the retina's surface.
Purpose: This umbrella review evaluates the efficacy, safety, functional, and anatomical outcomes of Internal Limiting Membrane (ILM) peeling versus no peeling in Idiopathic Epiretinal Membrane…
Sessions are CPD-accredited by The CPD Group (UK) — one CPD credit for every hour of attendance.
Oral and poster slots for original Epiretinal Membrane 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 Epiretinal Membrane 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 Epiretinal Membrane track is a dedicated stream within IOC 2027 covering the latest research, clinical innovation, and best practice in Epiretinal Membrane. 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 Epiretinal Membrane 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 Epiretinal Membrane 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.
