A corneal transplant is a surgical procedure to replace a diseased, scarred, or damaged cornea with a healthy one from a donor.The cornea is the clear, dome-shaped window in the front of the eye that helps the eye focus light and images properly.
Corneal transplants are one of the most common types of transplants done in the United States and are usually successful.The surgery usually takes several hours, and the patient is usually able to go home the same day.
The surgeon will remove the damaged cornea and replace it with a healthy cornea from a donor.After the transplant, the patient’s eye will be covered with a patch and a shield to protect it.
The patient will need to wear glasses or contact lenses for a few weeks after the surgery.It can take up to a year for the patient’s vision to fully improve after the surgery.
Regular follow-up exams with an eye doctor are needed to monitor the health of the eye and ensure the success of the transplant.
