Keratitis refers to the inflammation of the cornea, the transparent layer covering the front of the eye. It can be caused by various factors including infections (bacterial, viral, fungal), trauma, dryness, or underlying systemic diseases. Symptoms typically include eye pain, redness, blurred vision, sensitivity to light (photophobia), and excessive tearing. Bacterial keratitis often results from poor contact lens hygiene or eye injuries. Viral keratitis, such as herpes simplex keratitis, may recur and cause significant discomfort. Fungal keratitis is more common in tropical climates or after corneal trauma with organic material. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent complications like corneal scarring and vision loss. Management includes topical or oral antibiotics, antivirals, or antifungals depending on the cause. Severe cases may require hospitalization and close monitoring by ophthalmologists, potentially involving surgical intervention such as corneal transplantation. Prevention involves proper eye care, especially for contact lens wearers, and seeking immediate medical attention for any eye injuries or symptoms suggestive of keratitis.
Infectious keratitis (IK) is the fifth leading cause of blindness globally. Gold-standard diagnostic techniques of microscopy, cultures and sensitivity from corneal scrapes are limited by low…
Infectious keratitis (IK) is the fifth leading cause of blindness globally. Gold-standard diagnostic techniques of microscopy, cultures and sensitivity from corneal scrapes are limited by low…
Purpose: Corneal ulcer is one of the important ophthalmic condition causing significant morbidity especially in the developing countries. Bacteria and fungi are frequently responsible for suppurative…
Sessions are CPD-accredited by The CPD Group (UK) — one CPD credit for every hour of attendance.
Oral and poster slots for original Keratitis 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 Keratitis 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 Keratitis track is a dedicated stream within IOC 2027 covering the latest research, clinical innovation, and best practice in Keratitis. 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 Keratitis 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 Keratitis 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.
