Keratoplasty (Corneal Graft) in Tamil Nadu
Compare hospitals and surgeons offering Keratoplasty (Corneal Graft) in Tamil Nadu. Estimated cost: ₹80,000 – ₹2,50,000.
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What is Keratoplasty (Corneal Graft)?
Transplantation of healthy donor corneal tissue to replace a damaged or diseased cornea
1-2 hours
0-1 days
3-12 months
₹80,000 – ₹2,50,000
Local
90%
Why Keratoplasty (Corneal Graft) Is Needed
Keratoplasty is recommended when the cornea becomes too damaged, scarred, thinned, or clouded to allow clear vision, from conditions like keratoconus (progressive corneal thinning), corneal scarring after infection or injury, corneal dystrophies, or complications from previous eye surgery. It's considered once glasses, contact lenses, or other treatments can no longer restore adequate vision through the damaged cornea.
Signs You May Need Keratoplasty (Corneal Graft)
Warning signs include progressively blurred or distorted vision that doesn't correct well with glasses or contact lenses, sensitivity to light, eye pain, and, in advanced keratoconus, frequent changes in eyeglass prescription. A visibly cloudy or scarred cornea, or sudden severe eye pain and vision loss from corneal swelling, can also indicate the need for a corneal transplant.
Types of Keratoplasty (Corneal Graft)
Penetrating keratoplasty replaces the full thickness of the cornea with donor tissue and is used for extensive scarring or thinning throughout all corneal layers. Lamellar keratoplasty techniques replace only the diseased layer of the cornea — such as DALK (deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty) for front-layer disease or DSEK/DMEK for back-layer disease — generally preserving more of the eye's own healthy tissue and offering faster visual recovery than a full-thickness graft.
Hospitals offering Keratoplasty (Corneal Graft) (2)
CMC Vellore
Multi-Specialty
Dr. Kavita Desai (Ophthalmology)
City Care Clinic
Clinic
Surgeons offering Keratoplasty (Corneal Graft) (1)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to recover vision after a corneal transplant?
Recovery is gradual and can take anywhere from three months to a year depending on the technique used, with lamellar procedures generally offering faster visual recovery than full-thickness grafts.
Will my body reject the donor cornea?
Rejection is possible but often manageable with prompt treatment if caught early through regular follow-up, and the cornea has a relatively low rejection risk compared to other transplanted organs due to its lack of blood vessels.
How successful is corneal transplant surgery?
Success rates are high, around 90%, especially for conditions like keratoconus, though outcomes can vary depending on the underlying reason for the transplant.
Will I still need glasses after a corneal transplant?
Many patients still need glasses or contact lenses for optimal vision after a transplant since the new cornea's exact curvature can differ slightly from a natural eye, though vision is usually significantly improved.
How long is the wait for a donor cornea?
Wait times vary by region and eye bank availability, and your ophthalmologist or transplant coordinator can give you a more specific estimate based on local donor supply.