Iran is recognized as one of the top 5 countries in the world in the field of eye stem cell transplants. Hamed Ghazemi, President of the Iranian Society of Ophthalmology, announced this news at the 35th congress of the society held at the Razi Conference Center, highlighting the significance of this achievement in the treatment of eye diseases.
Position of Ophthalmology in Iran
Ghazemi emphasized that there is no need to send patients abroad for the treatment of eye diseases, as Iran has the full and adequate capability to provide medical services in this field. He stressed that patients suffering from chemical and thermal burns to the eyes require corneal transplants for improvement, and this transplant must first be preceded by a stem cell transplant.
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Success and Costs of Transplants
The President of the Iranian Society of Ophthalmology also referred to the costs of this treatment method, stating: "These costs are entirely government-funded, and the success rate of eye stem cell transplants in the country exceeds 85 percent." In response to concerns about the long wait times for treatment in public hospitals, he noted that the surgery schedules in the field of ophthalmology are up-to-date and timely.
During the congress, Dr. Mohammad Mahdi Motahari, an eye specialist and scientific secretary of the congress, mentioned the presence of two thousand participants at the event, which constitutes 75 percent of the members of the Iranian Society of Ophthalmology. He announced the holding of over 400 articles, lectures, and educational programs during the four days of the congress.
Motahari also emphasized the importance of retraining and enhancing the specialized knowledge of ophthalmologists, stating: "Our emphasis is on retraining and familiarizing colleagues with new methods of treating eye diseases." He warned about the threats to visual health in Iranian society, stating: "Obesity and diabetes are among the risk factors for eye health."
This eye specialist discussed the impact of continuous computer work on eye health, stating: "Working continuously on a computer causes dry eyes, and this dryness can lead to symptoms such as burning and pain, ultimately resulting in reduced vision."
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