Kinshasa, November 8, 2024 (Fatshimetrie) – During the 21st Congress of the Congolese Society of Ophthalmology, which opened in Kinshasa, discussions focused on a crucial topic: eye tumors. This two-day meeting, from Friday, November 8 to Saturday, November 9, 2024, was inaugurated by the representative of the Secretary General for Health, thus highlighting the importance of this problem in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Dr. Assani Salubezya, speaking on behalf of the Secretary General for Health, spoke about the major challenge that eye tumors represent in the country. He underlined the enthusiasm of the Secretary General for organizing this congress, which specifically targets this complex medical field.
During these two days, ophthalmology specialists are invited to exchange and deepen their thoughts on the management of eye tumors. Dr. Salubezya encouraged the Congolese Society of Ophthalmology to establish a specific agenda to address these challenges to the competent authorities in order to mobilize the necessary resources.
The Ministry of Health is counting on the support and recommendations of ophthalmology experts to improve the quality of ophthalmological care in the DRC, particularly with regard to eye cancers. It is crucial to develop effective and accessible solutions to guarantee quality treatments at an affordable cost for the entire Congolese population.
The President of the Congolese Society of Ophthalmology, Dr. Joyce Kabwe, highlighted the complexity of eye tumors and their devastating impact on patients’ vision and quality of life. These conditions require expert and specialized management to prevent serious consequences.
Beyond eye tumors, the congress participants also addressed other aspects of ophthalmological practice, sharing their clinical experiences and knowledge to improve early diagnosis and appropriate treatment of eye diseases.
The scientific days organized by the Congolese Society of Ophthalmology aim to strengthen the skills of ophthalmologists through enriching exchanges and in-depth discussions on current topics. These events contribute to the continuous improvement of eye care in the DRC and to raising awareness of the challenges encountered in this area of health.
In conclusion, the congress of the Congolese Society of Ophthalmology highlighted the importance of the fight against eye tumors and encouraged the medical community to work together to provide quality care to Congolese patients, while respecting the specificities of the local context and available resources..
I encourage you to develop further on this subject by emphasizing scientific advances, societal issues and concrete actions envisaged to improve the management of eye tumors in the DRC.