CORNEA TRANSPLANT

What Is Cornea Transplant ?

Cornea Transplant or Keratoconus Laser Treatment is a specialized procedure aimed at treating conditions that affect the cornea, the eye’s clear, dome-shaped surface. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent further vision loss and maintain eye health. At DEVKUNJ EYE HOPSOTAL, we provide comprehensive care for corneal conditions, using advanced diagnostic technologies and the latest treatment methods to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.

Your cornea is your eye’s clear, protective outer layer. It acts like a barrier against dirt and germs, and it helps filter out some of the sun’s damaging ultraviolet light.
It also plays a key role in vision. As light enters your eye, it gets refracted, or bent, by the cornea’s curved edge. This helps determine how well your eye can focus on objects close up and far away.

If your cornea is damaged by disease, infection, or an injury, the scars can affect your vision. They might block or distort light as it enters your eye

Symptoms of Corneal Disease:

Corneal disease encompasses a range of conditions affecting the cornea, such as infections, tissue degeneration, and inherited disorders. Symptoms vary depending on the specific condition but may include:

  • Eye pain

  • Blurred vision

  • Excessive tearing

  • Redness

  • Heightened sensitivity to light

  • Gradual vision deterioration

  • Pus or discharge from the eyes

In some cases, corneal diseases may not cause noticeable symptoms, particularly in the early stages.

Corneal Diseases:

There are several types of corneal diseases.
Keratitis
Sometimes called a corneal ulcer, keratitis causes inflammation and irritation. There are two types of keratitis:

Infectious keratitis: This is an infection that can be caused by bacteria, fungi, and viruses. It can also be caused by not having enough vitamin A. Not taking care of your contact lenses, either by not cleaning them well or wearing them for too long, can also cause infectious keratitis.
Noninfectious keratitis: An injury to your cornea, something getting into your eye, dryness or irritation of the eye, or too much ultraviolet light getting into your eye causes this. It can also be caused by not taking care of your contact lenses or by allergies.
Symptoms to look out for:

  • Eye pain
  • Blurred vision
  • Tearing
  • Redness
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Feeling like there’s something in your eye

Treatment depends on the type of keratitis you have. Noninfectious keratitis can usually be treated with artificial tears. If you have the infectious type, you might need to use antibiotic or antifungal eyedrops.

Treatmenr For Cornea :

Depending upon various type of cornea the treatment is done. A cornea transplant, also known as keratoplasty, is a surgical procedure where part or all of the damaged cornea is replaced with healthy donor tissue. This treatment can:

  • Enhance vision
  • Alleviate pain
  • Address severe infections or injuries
  • Improve the cornea’s appearance

Cornea transplants are often recommended for individuals with keratoconus, a condition that alters the cornea’s shape.
During the procedure, the surgeon uses a specialized tool called a trephine, similar to a cookie cutter, to remove the damaged portion of the cornea. The donor tissue is then placed into the opening and secured with fine sutures, which remain in place for several months or even years as the eye heals.
Following the surgery, patients are prescribed eye drops to support healing, which must be used for several months.

Keratoconus Surgery
This may involve procedures such as corneal cross-linking to strengthen the cornea and prevent further deterioration, or Intacs insertion to improve corneal shape.

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