Cornea Transplant / Keratoplasty In Bangalore​

Cornea transplantation, also known as keratoplasty, is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged or diseased cornea with a healthy one. The cornea is the clear, outermost layer of the eye and plays a vital role in focusing light. A transplant is usually needed when other treatments, such as medications or surgery, can no longer improve vision.

Cornea transplantation is usually performed on an outpatient basis, which means the patient can go home the same day. The surgery usually takes less than two hours. After surgery, patients will need to use eye drops and ointment to help keep the transplanted area healthy and moist. 

If you are considering a cornea transplant in Bangalore, India, there are a few things you should know. First, it is important to find a reputable surgeon who has experience performing this type of surgery. Second, be sure to ask about the success rate of the surgeon and the hospital where the surgery will be performed. Finally, be sure to understand all of the risks and potential complications before undergoing surgery.

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Causes Of Corneal Diseases

Infection from wearing contact lenses
Infection from wearing contact lenses
Trauma or injury
Trauma or injury to the Eye
Inflammation or distortion of the cornea
Keratoconus
Corneal scarring
Dry eye conditions

Types of Corneal Transplant Surgeries

There are a variety of types of corneal transplant surgeries available to restore vision. The most common type is penetrating keratoplasty, also known as PK. This surgery removes the damaged or diseased cornea and replaces it with an artificial implant. Other types of transplant surgery include Descemet’s stripping endothelial keratoplasty (DSEK/ DSAEK), Descemet’s membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK), deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK), and superficial anterior lamellar keratoplasty (SALK).

Each type of transplant has its own benefits and drawbacks. PK is the most common type of transplant and is typically more successful than other types of transplants. DSEK/ DSAEK is a less commonly used surgical procedure that can be more successful in cases where the donor cornea is thin or difficult to harvest due to diabetes or other medical conditions. DMEK is a newer procedure that uses a biodegradable mesh instead of traditional sutures to hold the implant in place. SALK is a minimally invasive procedure that was developed specifically for treating small irregularities in the surface of the cornea. It is also often used when other procedures are not possible or when there are concerns about side effects associated with other types of transplant surgery.

Cornea Transplant Surgery Cost In Bangalore

The cost of corneal treatment surgery in Bangalore varies between ₹40,000/eye to 80,000/eye depending on the procedure. MantraCare is one of the best cornea hospitals in Bangalore, and it offers corneal treatment at the most competitive prices. MantraCare also offers insurance and financing EMI options for corneal treatment in Bangalore to make the procedure more affordable for patients.

Cornea Treatment OptionsDescriptionCost (₹)
Penetrating Keratoplasty (PK) in BangaloreFull thickness corneal transplant (entire cornea is replaced)55,000
Descemet’s Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK/ DSAEK) in BangaloreDamaged inner corneal layer is removed through a small incision (Donor tissue is thicker & easier to transplant compared to DMEK)50000
Descemet’s Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK) in BangaloreDamaged inner corneal layer is removed through a small incision50000
Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK) in BangalorePartial thickness corneal transplant (used in case of keratoconus or bulging cornea)45000
Superficial anterior lamellar keratoplasty (SALK) in BangalorePartial thickness corneal transplant wherein the front layer of the cornea is replaced (Stroma and endothelium are unharmed)45000
Artificial Cornea Transplant (Keratoprosthesis) in BangaloreCorneal transplant with artificial cornea (If not eligible for a donor cornea) 80000

Cornea Hospitals in Bangalore

There are several cornea eye hospitals in Bangalore, including MantraCare Bangalore, Eye Clinic Bangalore, Eye Center Bangalore, and Eye Mantra Bangalore. EyeMantra is one of Bangalore’s leading Cornea treatment center, with over 100,000 eyes operated by its doctors. Our hospitals in Bangalore are accessible from the following areas :

  • Adugodi
  • Arekere
  • Ashok Nagar
  • Attiguppe
  • Bagalakunte
  • Banashankari
  • Banaswadi
  • Bannerghatta Road
  • Basavanagudi
  • Bellandur
  • Bennigana Halli
  • Bidrahalli
  • Bilekahalli
  • Bommenahalli
  • Brookefield
  • BTM Layout
  • Chamarajpet
  • Chickpet
  • CV Raman Nagar
  • Doddanekkundi
  • Domlur
  • Ejipura
  • Frazer Town
  • Gandhi Nagar
  • Ganga Nagar
  • Gottigere
  • Harlur
  • HBR Layout
  • Hebbal
  • Hongasandra
  • Hoodi
  • Hosur Road
  • HSR Layout
  • Hulimavu
  • Indira Nagar
  • Jalahalli East
  • Jalahalli West
  • Jayamahal
  • Jayanagar
  • JP Nagar
  • Kadubeesanahalli
  • Kaggadasapura
  • Kalyan Nagar
  • Kammanahalli
  • Kengeri Satellite Town
  • Kodihalli
  • Konanakunte
  • Koramangala
  • KR Puram
  • Kumaraswamy Layout
  • Mahadevapura
  • Malleshwaram
  • Marathahalli
  • Mathikere
  • Murugesh Palya
  • Nagarabhavi
  • Nagavara
  • New Thippasandra
  • Padmanabha Nagar
  • Panduranga Nagar
  • Raja Rajeshwari Nagar
  • Ramamurthy Nagar
  • RT Nagar
  • Sadashiva Nagar
  • Sadduguntepalya
  • Sahakara Nagar
  • Sampangi Rama Nagar
  • Sanjay Nagar
  • Sarjapur Road
  • Seshadripuram
  • Shivaji Nagar
  • Sudhama Nagar
  • Sunkadakatte
  • T Dasarahalli
  • Ulsoor
  • Uttarahalli
  • Vasanth Nagar
  • Vidyaranyapura
  • Vijaya Nagar
  • Whitefield
  • Wilson Garden
  • Yelahanka
  • Yelahanka New Town
  • Yeshwanthpur

Top Corneal Treatment / Keratoplasty Doctors in Bangalore

Dr. Shweta Jain
Cataract, Retina, Glaucoma, LASIK
Dr. Akanksha Gautam
Retina Specialist
Dr. Surbi Taneja
Cataract, Glaucoma
Dr. Harleen Kaur
Cataract, Retina, Glaucoma

Happy Patients from Bangalore after Corneal Transplant / Keratoplasty

Archana

“It’s been a year since my surgery. The life has changed completely. I am now able to see without glasses and the corneal transplant surgery from MantraCare in Delhi is worth every penny that I spent, not just for myself but also for my family.”

– Sharon (Bangalore)

Frequently Asked Questions

Corneal transplant surgery is a medical procedure in which the diseased or damaged cornea of your eye gets replaced by a healthy and undamaged cornea. The surgical procedure involves removing all or part of your damaged cornea and replacing it with a graft to restore normal vision.MantraCare offers cornea transplant  or keratoplasty surgery by the best cornea surgeons in Bangalore.
At MantraCare Bangalore, cornea transplant surgery or keratoplasty starts from Rs. 35,000. The cost can vary depending on the procedure such as PK, DSEK, DSAEK, DMEK , DALK, SALK & Artificial transplant
The cornea transplant surgery / keratoplasty at Mantracare Bangalore is a safe procedure that takes around an hour to get over but a person has to stay in the operating room for 2 hours for a postoperative examination.
EyeMantra by MantraCare is the best hospital for cornea transplant surgery in Bangalore. They have top  cornea doctors with over 2,000+ satisfied cornea transplant clients.
Some corneal transplants do last forever, but some demand to be replaced due to transplant refusal. That can occur even 20 years later.  It all depends on the age and health of the donor tissue, the warranty might simply run out.