The Global Ophthalmology & Vision Science Congress (GOVIS 2027)
will bring together ophthalmologists, corneal specialists, eye-bank
professionals, researchers, optometrists, and other vision-care experts to
explore advances in eye health and vision science.
📅 June 14–16, 2027
📍 Rome, Italy & Online
One of the important scientific areas at GOVIS 2027 is Eye Banking, Corneal Preservation and Transplantation, focusing on the complete
journey of donor corneal tissue—from retrieval and evaluation to preservation,
preparation, transplantation, and long-term patient outcomes.
Building a Better Tissue Journey
Successful corneal transplantation depends on a coordinated chain of
processes that begins before surgery. Donor screening, tissue evaluation,
preservation conditions, preparation techniques, transportation, surgical
selection, and postoperative monitoring all contribute to the quality and
performance of a graft.
This session brings these elements together to examine practical and
emerging approaches in modern corneal transplantation.
Key Scientific Areas
Eye Bank Operations and Global Standards
Explore modern eye-bank practices, quality systems, accreditation,
documentation, and international standards supporting safe and effective tissue
handling.
Donor Tissue Retrieval and Evaluation
Topics include:
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Donor screening and eligibility
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Tissue retrieval
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Corneal evaluation
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Endothelial cell assessment
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Tissue grading
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Quality assurance
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Sterility and safety procedures
Objective tissue evaluation is essential for matching graft characteristics
with the intended transplantation procedure.
Corneal Preservation Science
The session will examine preservation systems designed to maintain tissue
quality before transplantation.
Areas of interest include:
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McCarey-Kaufman (MK) medium
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Optisol-GS
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Advanced storage systems
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Temperature control
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pH and osmolarity
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Endothelial cell protection
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Innovations in extended preservation
DMEK and DSAEK Tissue Preparation
The evolution of endothelial keratoplasty has increased the importance of
specialized tissue preparation.
GOVIS 2027 will explore:
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Pre-cut DSAEK tissue
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Pre-prepared DMEK tissue
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Graft preparation
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Scroll characteristics
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Tissue handling
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Delivery systems
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Insertion techniques
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Endothelial cell loss
The relationship between tissue preparation and postoperative outcomes will
be an important area of discussion.
Eye Bank Automation and Traceability
Technology is increasingly supporting eye-bank operations.
Emerging areas include:
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Automated tissue assessment
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Digital documentation
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Data management
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Barcode and tracking systems
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Tissue traceability
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Quality-control databases
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Logistics monitoring
Reliable data systems can help organizations maintain consistent quality and
improve accountability across the tissue lifecycle.
Ethical and Regulatory Considerations
Corneal transplantation depends on public trust and responsible tissue
donation practices.
Scientific discussions will include:
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Informed consent
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Donor authorization
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Ethical tissue allocation
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Regulatory requirements
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Privacy and documentation
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Training and certification
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Quality assurance systems
Tissue Allocation, Logistics and Global Equity
Moving donor tissue safely from eye banks to surgical centers requires
coordinated logistics and appropriate storage conditions.
The session will address:
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Tissue allocation
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Transportation
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Temperature management
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Cross-regional logistics
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Resource limitations
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Equitable access to transplantation
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Global eye-bank development
Advances Beyond Traditional Grafts
Research is expanding the possibilities of corneal restoration through new
technologies and biological approaches.
Emerging areas include:
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Artificial corneas
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Bioengineered corneal tissue
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Advanced graft technologies
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Regenerative approaches
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Novel preservation systems
These developments may contribute to new options for patients with complex
corneal disease and limited access to donor tissue.
Post-Transplant Outcomes and Rejection Monitoring
The tissue journey continues after transplantation.
Important outcome measures include:
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Endothelial cell density
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Primary graft failure
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Graft detachment
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Rebubbling rates
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Rejection episodes
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Corneal clarity
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Functional visual outcomes
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Long-term graft survival
Understanding these outcomes can help clinicians and eye banks identify
opportunities to improve tissue selection, surgical technique, and
postoperative management.
Promoting Corneal Donation
Public awareness remains an important component of sustainable eye-banking
systems. Education and donation campaigns can help communities understand the
impact of corneal donation and the potential for restoring sight through
transplantation.
Present Your Research at GOVIS 2027
Researchers, clinicians, eye-bank professionals, academicians, and industry
experts are invited to submit relevant abstracts. Selected contributions may be
presented as oral or poster presentations, and accepted
abstracts are included in the conference proceedings book with a DOI.
📅 June 14–16, 2027
📍 Rome, Italy & Online
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GOVIS 2027 — From Insight to Foresight in Ophthalmology.
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