If the cornea has become scarred, thinned or clouded to the point that vision cannot be restored with medication or laser treatment, corneal transplant may be the recommended course of action. Dr. Birendra Jha is a renowned cornea specialist in Indore who examines each case minutely to find out if the transplant is really required and what would be the best technique to result in the best possible visual results.

What is Corneal Transplant Surgery?

A corneal transplant (medical term keratoplasty) is a surgical procedure that replaces damaged or diseased corneal tissue with healthy donor corneal tissue. The surgeon may replace all the layers of the cornea or just the damaged layer, depending on what layers of the cornea are affected. The surgeon will try to keep as much of the patient’s own healthy tissue as possible.
The corneal transplantation techniques of today are far more sophisticated than the old full-thickness procedures. They allow for a more targeted, layer-specific replacement, which can lead to a faster recovery and better long-term results.

Conditions That Might Need a Corneal Transplant

You might be told to have a corneal transplant if:

• Advanced keratoconus refractory to cross-linking or other measures
• Infection or injury causing corneal scarring
• Corneal swelling from endothelial cell dysfunction
  Failed previous corneal surgery
• Congenital corneal dystrophies
• Cornea is severely thin or has a hole (perforation)

Signs that may indicate an assessment is needed.

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• Progressively deteriorating or distorted vision despite new glasses
• Corneal clouding or opacity that can be seen
• Constant glare or halos that impact daily activities
• Repeated pain or watering in the presence of corneal pathology
• A definitive diagnosis of advanced keratoconus or corneal dystrophy

Pretransplant Assessment

We use corneal topography, pachymetry and specialized imaging to determine the exact layer and amount of corneal involvement before recommending a transplant. This assessment also helps determine if a full thickness or partial thickness (lamellar) transplant is more appropriate for the patient.

Techniques for Corneal Transplant

Depending on the diagnosis the following approaches can be taken into account:

• Penetrating Keratoplasty (PK) — full-thickness replacement of the cornea, used when there is extensive damage to the cornea
• Lamellar Keratoplasty – only the affected layer of the cornea is replaced, the healthy tissue is left intact
• Combined procedures with cataract surgery when both conditions exist
• Post-operative management with topical medications and close monitoring of graft health

The period of recovery varies according to the method used. Dr Jha makes the patient understand the expected time of visual recovery and the need for regular follow up and long term care to safeguard the transplanted tissue.

Why Niramay for Cornea Transplant in Indore?

Corneal transplant surgery is a big decision and Dr. Birendra Jha takes his time explaining each and every alternative before recommending this option, ensuring it is only done when genuinely indicated. It’s this measured, evidence-based approach to complex corneal cases that is the basis for the trust patients have in his judgment.

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