Corneal Transplant
Corneal transplantation replaces damaged or diseased corneal tissue with healthy donor tissue, restoring clarity and, in many cases, useful vision. It is considered for conditions such as advanced keratoconus, corneal scarring or endothelial disease when other options are no longer enough. Modern techniques allow partial-thickness transplants that heal faster than full transplants.
Corneal Transplant explained
Corneal transplantation replaces damaged corneal tissue with clear donor tissue to restore vision.
What is it?
The cornea is the clear front window of the eye. When it becomes cloudy, scarred or severely misshapen, a transplant can replace the affected layers with healthy donor tissue. Modern techniques, such as DMEK, DSAEK and DALK, target only the damaged layers where possible, so recovery is often faster than a traditional full-thickness graft.
Is it right for me?
It suits people with advanced keratoconus that no longer responds to lenses or crosslinking, corneal scarring, endothelial disease or previous failed grafts. Your specialist confirms which technique is most appropriate for your cornea.
How it's done, step by step
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Full corneal assessment with imaging and measurements.
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Discussion of the transplant technique best suited to you.
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Surgery under local or general anaesthesia, usually outpatient or short-stay.
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The affected corneal tissue is replaced with donor tissue.
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Regular follow-up to monitor healing and vision recovery.
What you'll experience
Surgery is not painful thanks to anaesthesia, and you go home with a protective shield and drops. Your consultant coordinates your stay, follow-up visits and translation in your language.
Recovery & results timeline
Vision improves gradually as the cornea heals, which can take weeks to months depending on the technique. You use drops for an extended period, attend regular follow-up visits, and your surgeon explains realistic expectations for your specific case.
This is general information to help you understand your options, not medical advice. Your final plan, suitability and any risks are confirmed by your treating doctor.
How it works
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Tell us your story
Share your treatment and any reports. It takes a few minutes and stays private.
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Receive your plan in 48 hours
Our team builds a personal medical plan with a clear, all-inclusive price.
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Travel, treat, recover
We handle the airport pick-up, your 5-star stay, the clinic, and follow-up after you fly home.
Everything handled, end to end
You focus on getting better. We take care of the rest.
VIP airport transfer
Private car waiting from the moment you land.
5-star hotel stay
Comfortable rooms close to your clinic.
Personal consultant
One contact in your language for every question.
All planning handled
Appointments, translation, logistics and aftercare.
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Questions, answered
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