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1. What is the recovery time for Keratoplasty?
Individuals who undergo Keratoplasty may take 6-12 weeks to recover completely.
2. How long does it take to complete Keratoplasty?
The time required to complete Keratoplasty is about 30-60minutes.
3. Who are the best surgeons/doctors to perform Keratoplasty?
Corneal Transplant can be performed by a certified and skilled Ophthalmologist or an Ophthalmology surgeon who is specialized and experienced in Corneal Transplantation.
4. What are the indications of Keratoplasty?
The following are the indications of Keratoplasty:
- Fuch's dystrophy
- Keratoconus (cornea that bulges outwards)
- Clouding of the cornea
- Swollen cornea
- Scarring of the cornea
- Ulcers in the cornea
- Injury to the cornea
- Infection in the cornea
- Complications due to previous surgery
5. What is Keratoplasty?
Keratoplasty is also known as Corneal transplant or Corneal graft. It is a surgical procedure that involves the replacement of damaged cornea with the healthy donor's cornea. The cornea is a dome-shaped transparent surface of the eye. This is the largest focusing part of the eye which focuses on the light rays.
There are different types of Keratoplasty:
- PK (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
- Endothelial Keratoplasty
- Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty
- Keratoprosthesis
Name | Recommended By | Review Count | Years of Experience | Fee |
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Dr. Srinivas Rao. V. K | 86% | 24 | 28 | 500 |
Dr. Geetha S. | 100% | 1 | 18 | 900 |
Dr. NITIN S SHETTY | 97% | 34 | 24 | 900 |
Dr. Harish Nayak | 99% | 102 | 33 | 900 |
Dr. Vipul Bhandari | 79% | 10 | 19 | 500 |
What is Keratoplasty?
Keratoplasty is also known as Corneal transplant or Corneal graft. It is a surgical procedure that involves the replacement of damaged cornea with the healthy donor's cornea. The cornea is a dome-shaped transparent surface of the eye. This is the largest focusing part of the eye which focuses on the light rays.
There are different types of Keratoplasty:
What are the advantages of Keratoplasty?
The following are the advantages of Keratoplasty:
What are the indications of Keratoplasty?
The following are the indications of Keratoplasty:
What are the steps involved in Keratoplasty?
Who are the best surgeons/doctors to perform Keratoplasty?
Corneal Transplant can be performed by a certified and skilled Ophthalmologist or an Ophthalmology surgeon who is specialized and experienced in Corneal Transplantation.
What is the cost of Keratoplasty?
The minimum cost for a Keratoplasty in Bangalore may be Rs. 45,000
An average cost for Keratoplasty in Bangalore may be Rs. 70,000
The maximum cost for a Keratoplasty in Bangalore may be Rs.1,20,000
Cost of Keratoplasty depends on factors such as:
Is Keratoplasty a major surgery or minor surgery?
Keratoplasty is considered a minor surgery as it is minimally invasive and recovery time is also less.
What are the risks and complications associated with Keratoplasty?
Few risks and complications associated with Keratoplasty are:
How long does it take to complete Keratoplasty?
The time required to complete Keratoplasty is about 30-60minutes.
What is the recovery time for Keratoplasty?
Individuals who undergo Keratoplasty may take 6-12 weeks to recover completely.
What is the success rate of Keratoplasty?
The success rate of Keratoplasty depends on the following factors:
However, the success rate of Keratoplasty maybe 75%.
Is Keratoplasty permanent?
Keratoplasty is a corneal transplant surgery, which lasts well beyond 10years.
What are the long-term results of Keratoplasty?
Few long-term results of Keratoplasty are:
Can Keratoplasty be detected in the future?
Keratoplasty cannot be detected in the future as the stitches are either removed or dissolvable.
What are the options if Keratoplasty fails?
If Keratoplasty fails, then the doctor may recommend revision surgery or opt for an alternative approach.
What are the alternatives for Keratoplasty?
The following are the alternatives for Keratoplasty: