On May 30, 2026, the 2026 Academic Conference of the Ophthalmology Branch of the Chinese Society of Geriatrics - the "Looking Ahead and Behind" Special Session on Extraocular Fundus and Cataract was grandly launched.

Breaking the barriers of sub-specialties, the two-way resonance of anterior segment refractive reconstruction and posterior segment precise minimally invasive surgery

Professor Qu Jia, on behalf of the organizing committee of the conference, delivered a welcoming speech to the experts and colleagues present. Professor Qu profoundly expounded on the core concept of the conference theme "Looking ahead and Behind" - the so-called "ahead" refers to the field of cataract and refractive surgery. The "back" refers to the field related to retinal diseases. The intention is to break down the disciplinary barriers between the anterior segment and the posterior segment of the eye. It is necessary to not only precisely focus on the refined diagnosis and treatment of the anterior segment but also strictly coordinate the comprehensive intervention of complex lesions in the posterior segment of the fundus. This conference continues this tradition, comprehensively showcasing the latest milestones in the development of ophthalmology in China in terms of precise diagnosis, minimally invasive surgery and digital diagnosis and treatment through the dual empowerment of cataract and extraocular fundus.

I. Looking to the Forefront · Focusing on Minimally Invasive Surgery: Precision Technology Drives New Trends in Retinal Surgery

The conference focused on the handling of highly difficult and complex cases and the transformation of cutting-edge technologies, highlighting the development trend of fundus surgery towards minimally invasive, intelligent and patient benefit-oriented approaches.

Professor Li Xiaoxin systematically shared the progress of surgical methods for pathological myopia-induced macular degeneration, with a focus on innovative techniques such as internal limiting membrane inversion and coverage, providing new ideas for the repair of complex macular degeneration. Professor Xu Xun, centering on the update of the nAMD guidelines, delved deeply into core clinical issues such as the treatment goals for PCV, the selection of T&E and PRN regimen, and emphasized the importance of attaching importance to the construction of national and industry standards.

In addition, many authoritative experts also contributed profound insights on cutting-edge topics such as the imaging features of retinal diseases, minimally invasive surgical strategies, and complication management, further highlighting the brand influence of this special session in gathering domestic authoritative academic forces and leading the development of the discipline. The experts attending the meeting jointly sketched out a new picture of the intelligent and innovative development of precise and minimally invasive treatment in retinal surgery. Meanwhile, the conference proactively evaluated the clinical transformation value of digital three-dimensional surgical models and minimally invasive equipment in enhancing surgical accuracy, demonstrating the vigorous vitality of new technologies in promoting the upgrading of diagnosis and treatment models.

Ii. Looking at Humanity and Focusing on Narrative: Surgical Cases and stand-up Comedy at the Film Festival illuminate the venue

"Sword and Blade" and "Star River Voyage" directly address clinical pain points: The special session ingeniously created a highly recognizable "film festival" -style scenario-based sharing. Multiple experts conducted case reviews on themes such as ophthalmic emergency treatment and complex ocular trauma management, seeking breakthroughs amid uncertainties and broadening the thinking and boundaries of diagnosis and treatment for difficult retinal diseases.

The "Stay Under the Knife" talk show conveys humanistic warmth: Different from traditional rigorous reports, many experts take the stage in the form of narrative medicine to "laugh and talk about the fundus", sharing their insights on complex surgeries and doctor-patient communication. Beyond the ultimate academic rigor, it adds professional identity and warmth to clinical practice.

Iii. Forward-looking Intelligence for Decision-making: AI Roundtable Discussion Confirms the Potential of Intelligent Assistance in Clinical Practice

As generative AI strides into clinical practice, a thought-provoking question emerges: Is AI a "game-changer" that challenges authority, or a "fellow traveler" that shares the same admiration with experts? The roundtable forum of this conference innovatively introduced the ChatGPT-5.5 model for comparison with the viewpoints of authoritative experts. Regarding the PRP treatment strategy in diabetic retinopathy surgery and the selection of macular splitting surgical methods for high myopia, the expert consensus and AI model judgment are generally consistent, profoundly demonstrating the huge potential of AI in assisting structured decision-making for complex eye diseases - the answer is not one replacing the other, but rather human-machine collaboration and win-win intelligence.

Iv. Looking at the Whole Process · Focusing on Refraction: Focusing on the entire life cycle, promoting individualized refraction

The anterior segment diagnosis and treatment closely adheres to the refinement and individualization of anterior segment diagnosis and treatment, taking into account the needs of the aging population and the eye health of special groups, creating a high-quality academic feast. The conference comprehensively covered the diagnosis and treatment strategies for complex catarcataract throughout the entire life cycle, especially in old age, with a focus on discussing the innovation in intraocular lens (IOL) selection and the strict management of perioperative complications.

Facing the clinical difficulties and pain points of the current section, experts have proposed targeted and precise solutions. The conference delved deeply into cutting-edge topics such as the research on dynamic vision of long-axis multifocal lenses, preoperative planning for cataracts after vitrectomy and refractive surgery, and integrated surgical plans for micro-depth-of-field lenses and presbyopia. It is worth mentioning that the conference also explored in a pioneering manner the correlation mechanism between cataracts and cognitive impairment in the elderly, further broadening the perspective of cross-disciplinary research on eye diseases and systemic diseases in the elderly.

Summary

The successful holding of this conference not only provides a comprehensive review of the current achievements in anterior segment refractive reconstruction and minimally invasive intervention in the posterior segment of the fundus, but also offers a profound insight into the future direction of intelligent and interdisciplinary integration in ophthalmology. Under the active organization and guidance of the Ophthalmology Branch of the Chinese Geriatrics Society, the conference, with a systematic and scientific attitude of "looking ahead and behind" and an innovative spirit of daring to break through, has continuously laid a solid academic foundation for the prevention and treatment of eye diseases among the elderly and blindness among special groups in healthy China. In response to the national strategy of proactively addressing population aging, the Ophthalmology Branch will take this conference as an opportunity to adhere to the leadership of the Party building, accelerate the transformation of technological achievements and collaborative consensus into clinical practice, assist ophthalmic diagnosis and treatment in moving towards a new stage of greater precision, minimally invasive and intelligent, and effectively enhance the visual quality and quality of life of the elderly population. Lead China's ophthalmology industry into a new era of high-quality development.