Can Keratoconus be treated without surgery?

Early Keratoconus may be managed with glasses or contact lenses. Advanced cases may require Corneal Cross-Linking (CXL) or surgical treatment.

Is Dry Eye permanent?

Not always. Many cases improve with medical treatment, lifestyle changes, and proper eye care.

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Cornea Treatment

Q: Is corneal transplant safe?

Corneal transplant procedures are generally considered safe and are performed using advanced surgical techniques. Like any surgery, risks may exist, but proper evaluation and follow-up help improve outcomes.

Q: What conditions does a cornea specialist treat?

A cornea specialist treats conditions such as Keratoconus, Corneal infections (Keratitis), Dry Eye Syndrome, Pterygium, Corneal scars, Corneal ulcers, and other disorders affecting the cornea.

Q: When is a corneal transplant required?

Corneal transplant may be recommended when the cornea becomes severely damaged, opaque, scarred, or when vision cannot be improved through other treatments.

Q: How long does a corneal transplant surgery take?

Corneal transplant surgery usually takes around 45–90 minutes depending on the type of transplant procedure being performed and the patient’s condition.

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Cornea Treatment

Cornea Disorders & Treatment

The cornea plays an important role in focusing vision. Conditions affecting the cornea can lead to blurred vision, pain, irritation, and long-term visual impairment if untreated.

Common corneal conditions treated include: Keratoconus, Pterygium, Keratitis, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

Conditions

Causes of Corneal Blindness

Several conditions can damage the cornea and threaten clear vision — early diagnosis and treatment make a real difference.

Keratoconus

The cornea thins and bulges into a cone shape, distorting vision and causing high cylindrical power.

Keratitis

An infection of the cornea that, if untreated, can scar the surface and reduce vision.

Chemical Injury

Acid or alkali burns that damage the corneal surface and may cause lasting scarring.

Corneal Dystrophies & Degeneration

Inherited or age-related disorders that gradually cloud and weaken the cornea.

Corneal Opacity

Scarring that turns the normally clear cornea hazy or white, blocking light from entering.

Condition

Keratoconus

The cornea gets thin and conical, causing distorted vision and high cylindrical power. It is more commonly seen in children with seasonal allergies and a habit of eye rubbing.

Patients Most Often Complain Of

Blurry Vision

Double Vision

Nearsightedness

To Diagnose Keratoconus

Tests used to confirm the condition

Eye Refraction

Slit-Lamp Examination

A vertical beam of light is directed on the surface of the eye to evaluate the shape of the cornea.

Keratometry

A circle of light is focused on the cornea and its reflection is measured to determine the basic corneal shape.

Computerized Corneal Mapping

Optical Coherence Tomography & Corneal Topography

Records detailed images of the cornea to map its surface and measure its thickness.

Treatment

Corneal Cross-Linking (CXL)

Corneal Cross-Linking strengthens the cornea and helps slow the progression of keratoconus.

Epithelium Off CXL

The outer epithelial layer is removed before applying riboflavin and UV light, allowing deeper and stronger cross-linking.

Epithelium On CXL

The epithelium is left intact — a gentler approach with quicker recovery and less discomfort.

Corneal Transplant

Keratoplasty

A surgical procedure that replaces the damaged cornea with healthy donor tissue.

Penetrating Keratoplasty

Full-thickness replacement of the cornea with healthy donor tissue.

Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK)

Replaces the front layers of the cornea while preserving the patient's healthy inner layer.

Corneal Endothelial Keratoplasty

Selectively replaces only the innermost endothelial layer of the cornea.

Condition

Pterygium

Pterygium is an abnormal, wing-shaped growth of tissue that extends from the sclera (the white of the eye) onto the cornea, and can affect both vision and comfort.

Treatment

Surgical removal of the abnormal tissue.

After Surgery

Post Operative Care

Eye drops prescribed

Pain medication if required

Mild soreness expected

Eye redness for a few days

Severe pain is rare

Nausea may occasionally occur

Follow Up

Review & Follow Up

Day 1

First review after surgery

1 Week

Early healing check

1 Month

Progress assessment

Children

Longer follow-up to prevent amblyopia

Keratitis

Most cases of keratitis can be treated medically, and vision can often be restored when the infection is caught and managed early.

Condition

Dry Eye

Dry eye occurs when the quantity or quality of tears is inadequate to keep the eye comfortable and healthy.

Common Causes

Computer Professionals

Smartphone Overuse

Sjögren's Syndrome

Chemical Exposure

Dry eye can usually be treated medically.

Have Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is corneal transplant safe?

Yes. Corneal transplant (keratoplasty) is a well-established and generally safe procedure when performed by an experienced surgeon.

What conditions does a cornea specialist treat?

A cornea specialist treats keratoconus, corneal infections (keratitis), corneal dystrophies and degenerations, corneal opacities, chemical injuries, pterygium and dry eye, among other conditions of the front surface of the eye.

When is a corneal transplant required?

A transplant is considered when the cornea becomes severely scarred, clouded or thinned — such as in advanced keratoconus, significant corneal opacity, or after infection or injury — and vision can no longer be restored with glasses, lenses or medication.

How long does a corneal transplant surgery take?

Most corneal transplant procedures take approximately 45 minutes to one hour and are usually performed as a day-care procedure.

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