Corneal Surgery

Corneal surgery encompasses a range of vision-restoring procedures that treat corneal diseases, injuries, or refractive errors. From transplants to laser corrections, modern techniques offer safe, precise, and effective solutions for improved eyesight.

Common Conditions Requiring Corneal Surgery

• Keratoconus (Progressive thinning of the cornea)
• Corneal Scarring (From infections or trauma)
• Fuchs’ Dystrophy (Endothelial cell loss)
• Severe Astigmatism/Myopia (When LASIK isn’t an option)

Types

1. Corneal Transplant (Keratoplasty)

• Penetrating Keratoplasty (PKP) – Full-thickness transplant
• Descemet’s Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK) – Partial transplant
• Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK) – Preserves healthy endothelium

2. Laser-Based Procedures

• Phototherapeutic Keratectomy (PTK) – For surface scars
• Topography-Guided PRK – For irregular corneas

3. Implantable Devices

• Intracorneal Ring Segments (ICRS) – For keratoconus
• Corneal Cross-Linking (CXL) – Halts keratoconus progression

Who Needs Corneal Surgery?

Symptoms Indicating Surgery May Be Needed:

• Severe blurred vision not corrected by glasses
• Chronic eye pain due to corneal damage
• Light sensitivity & glare affecting daily life

Procedure & Recovery

• Duration: 30-90 mins (varies by technique)
• Anesthesia: Local (eye drops) or mild sedation
• Recovery Time:
  • 1-2 weeks for laser procedures
  • 3-12 months for full transplant healing

Advances

• Bioengineered Corneas – Reducing donor dependency
• Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Transplants – Enhanced precision
• Artificial Corneas (Keratoprosthesis) – For high-risk cases

Why Choose?

• Restores vision in previously untreatable cases
• Reduces dependency on contact lenses
• High success rates (>90% for most transplants)