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Cornea Treatment and Corneal Transplant

Cornea care at Jain Eye Hospital, Delhi: corneal transplant, keratoconus cross-linking, pterygium surgery and corneal infections, with fees and recovery.

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Eye bank tie-up; transplant types done (PK/DALK/DSEK/DMEK)

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Key facts

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Common cornea problems

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Keratoconus treatment

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Corneal transplant (keratoplasty)

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Pterygium surgery

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Corneal infections and ulcers

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Recovery after cornea surgery

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Cornea treatment costs

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Eye donation and the eye bank

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What to expect at Jain Eye Hospital

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Your cornea surgeon

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Cornea FAQs

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References

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Book a cornea consultation

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FAQs from the workbook

What is a corneal transplant?

A corneal transplant, or keratoplasty, replaces a damaged, scarred or cloudy cornea with healthy donor tissue from an eye bank. Depending on the problem, the surgeon may replace the full thickness of the cornea or only the affected layers, as in DALK, DSEK or DMEK. Partial-thickness procedures often heal faster and carry a lower rejection risk.

How much does a corneal transplant cost in Delhi?

The cost depends on the type of transplant, donor tissue processing and how much follow-up care is needed. Jain Eye Hospital's per-eye fees are listed in the table on this page and confirmed in writing after examination. Insurance often covers corneal transplant surgery, subject to policy terms; our desk can check your policy before surgery.

How long does recovery take after a corneal transplant?

Vision improves gradually over several months after a corneal transplant. Full-thickness transplants can take a year or more to stabilise, while partial-thickness procedures such as DMEK usually recover faster. Regular follow-up visits and long-term drops are needed to reduce the risk of rejection, and stitches, if used, are removed in stages.

Can keratoconus be cured?

Keratoconus cannot be reversed, but corneal cross-linking can slow or stop its progression in many eyes, especially when done early. Glasses, specially fitted rigid or scleral contact lenses and, in advanced cases, a corneal transplant help restore useful vision. Young people with changing cylinder power should have corneal mapping to check for keratoconus.

What are the signs of corneal transplant rejection?

Remember RSVP: redness, sensitivity to light, vision drop and pain. Rejection can happen months or even years after a transplant. If any of these signs appear, contact the hospital the same day, because early treatment with intensive drops can often reverse a rejection episode and protect the graft.

Is pterygium surgery necessary?

Small pterygia that do not affect vision can be watched, with lubricant drops and sun and dust protection. Surgery is usually advised if the pterygium grows towards the centre of the cornea, causes astigmatism or blurred vision, keeps the eye red and irritated, or is a cosmetic concern. Your doctor will measure its size at each visit.

Can a pterygium come back after surgery?

A pterygium can grow back after surgery. Techniques such as covering the area with a conjunctival autograft, fixed with tissue glue or stitches, reduce this risk compared with simple removal. Protecting the eyes from sun, wind and dust after surgery, for example with wrap-around sunglasses, also helps lower the chance of recurrence.

Why should a painful red eye in a contact lens wearer be checked urgently?

A painful red eye in a contact lens wearer may be a corneal infection, which can damage vision within days. Remove the lenses and keep them and their case for testing, do not use leftover steroid drops, and see an eye doctor the same day. Early treatment with the right medicine makes a real difference.

How can I donate my eyes in Delhi?

You can pledge eye donation through an eye bank or the national pledge registry and tell your family about your wish, because consent is taken from relatives after death. Corneas must be retrieved within a few hours. People who wear glasses, have had cataract surgery or have diabetes can usually still donate their eyes.

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