(S1) PAEDIATRIC CATARACT & VISUAL REHABILITATION
Thursday, 4 June 2026
09:00 – 10:30hrs
Hall B, PEACH
This symposium provides a comprehensive, practice-oriented overview of paediatric cataract care, from early assessment and clinical decision-making to surgical strategies including anterior approach techniques and pars plana lensectomy. Emphasis will be placed on optimising long-term visual outcomes through effective visual rehabilitation, with interactive discussions and a panel session to share practical insights and clinical pearls.
Chairs: Phanthipha WONGWAI, Thailand
| Time | Topic | Speaker |
| 09:00 - 09:15hrs | Vision for the Future: Clinical milestones in paediatric cataract assessment |
Phanthipha WONGWAI
Thailand |
| 09:15 - 09:20hrs | Discussion | |
| 09:20 - 09:35hrs | Paediatric Cataract Surgery Anterior Approach: Tips for a successful outcome |
Atchareeya WIWATWONGWANA
Thailand |
| 09:35 - 09:40hrs | Discussion | |
| 09:40 - 09:55hrs | Pars Plana Lensectomy (PPL) in Paediatric Cataract: Clinical decision-making and surgical pearls for optimal visual outcomes |
Sumalin TRICHAIYAPORN
Thailand |
| 09:55 - 10:00hrs | Discussion | |
| 10:00 - 10:15hrs | Paediatric cataracts and visual rehabilitation: Clinical insights and practical management |
Sasapin Grace PRAKALAPAKORN
USA |
| 10:15 - 10:20hrs | Discussion | |
| 10:20 - 10:30hrs | Panel Discussion |