The corneal transplant, also known as keratoplasty, is a surgical procedure that replaces the damaged or diseased cornea with corneal tissue from the donor. It is done to restore vision, reduce eye pain, and improve the appearance of the diseased or damaged cornea. It is indicated in the treatment of Fuchs' dystrophy, corneal swelling, and keratoconus. Risks of corneal transplant include eye infection, glaucoma, bleeding, and rejection of cornea tissue from the donor.
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Will doing limbal epithelial surgery on my right eye pose any risk to my other eye?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 27 year old male. One year ago, there was a chemical injury to my right eye caused by cement. An amnio graft surgery was done immediately following the injury. Recently, a slit lamp examination, post-dilated examination, and a fundus examination were conducted, and my right eye ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to iclinq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Chemical injury damages the cornea and the vision is also compromised. You had an amniotic membrane transplant in the past, which is a good procedure. Now, if you have been diagnosed with limbal stem cell deficiency and ... Read Full »