Cornea Transplant / Keratoplasty In Kolhapur​

A cornea transplant, also called keratoplasty, is a procedure to replace damaged or diseased cornea with healthy donor tissue. This type of transplant is usually performed to improve vision. It may also be done to treat other eye conditions, such as severe infections or injuries.

Cornea transplants are usually successful and can greatly improve vision. However, there is a risk of rejection, in which the body rejects the new tissue. This can often be treated with medication, but it may require another transplant.

Kolhapur is a city in southern India that is home to many hospitals and clinics that offer cornea transplants. The cost of the procedure can vary depending on the hospital and the severity of the condition being treated. However, Kolhapur is generally considered to be a very affordable place for this type of 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

Corneal transplants are a common procedure that help people with significant corneal damage. There are a variety of types of corneal transplants available, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.

The most common type of corneal transplant is penetrating keratoplasty (PK). This procedure involves removing the damaged layer of tissue from the inside of the eye and replacing it with an artificial implant. The implant is made from plastic, silicone or metal and is inserted into the eye through a small incision.

Penetrating keratoplasty is the most effective type of transplant for restoring vision in people who have lost their eyesight due to severe corneal damage. It has a high rate of success and few complications. However, the surgery is invasive and can be difficult to perform.

Another type of corneal transplant is Descemet’s stripping endothelial keratoplasty (DSEK/ DSAEK). This procedure replaces a damaged layer of tissue on the outside of the eye with an artificial implant that is topped off with a layer of healthy skin taken from elsewhere on your body. The DSEK has a lower success rate than PK but is less invasive.

Descemet’s membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK) is similar to DSEK but replaces only part of the damaged layer of tissue on the outside of your eye. This procedure has a higher success rate than DSEK but is more difficult to perform.

Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK) is another less common type of transplant. It involves removing the entire damaged layer of tissue from the front of your eye and replacing it with an artificial implant. The DALK has a high rate of success but is very invasive.

Superficial anterior lamellar keratoplasty (SALK) is the least invasive type of corneal transplant. It involves removing only the outermost layer of tissue from your eye and replacing it with an artificial implant. The SALK has a lower success rate than PK but is less invasive.

Artificial Cornea Transplant (Keratoprosthesis) is a newer type of transplant that involves implanting an artificial cornea into your eye. This procedure is still being developed and has a high rate of success. It is less invasive than PK but more difficult to perform.

Cornea Transplant Surgery Cost In Kolhapur

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

Cornea Treatment OptionsDescriptionCost (₹)
Penetrating Keratoplasty (PK) in KolhapurFull thickness corneal transplant (entire cornea is replaced)55,000
Descemet’s Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK/ DSAEK) in KolhapurDamaged 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 KolhapurDamaged inner corneal layer is removed through a small incision50000
Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK) in KolhapurPartial thickness corneal transplant (used in case of keratoconus or bulging cornea)45000
Superficial anterior lamellar keratoplasty (SALK) in KolhapurPartial thickness corneal transplant wherein the front layer of the cornea is replaced (Stroma and endothelium are unharmed)45000
Artificial Cornea Transplant (Keratoprosthesis) in KolhapurCorneal transplant with artificial cornea (If not eligible for a donor cornea) 80000

Cornea Hospitals in Kolhapur

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

  • Mangalwar Peth
  • Uttareshwar Peth
  • Nagala Park
  • Tarabai Park
  • Panhala
  • Laxmipuri
  • Shahupuri
  • Papachi Tikati
  • Ruikar Colony
  • Rajendra Nagar
  • Pratibha Nagar
  • Rajarampuri
  • Hari Om Nagar
  • Sykes Extension
  • Shivaji Peth
  • Sambhaji Nagar
  • Kadamwadi
  • Mukt Sainik Colony
  • New Shahupuri
  • Shivaji Park
  • Raman Mala
  • Kasaba Bawada
  • Mahalaxmi Nagar
  • Manganwlar Peth
  • Salonkhe Nagar
  • Samrat Nagar
  • Baba Jarag Nagar
  • Uchgaon
  • Phulewadi
  • Ujalaiwadi
  • Shivganga Colony
  • Chambukadi
  • Ichalkaranji
  • Padmala
  • Tapowan
  • Kagal
  • Shukrawar Peth
  • Pachgaon
  • R K Nagar
  • Saneguruji Vasahat
  • Nagaon
  • Wangi Bol
  • Kandalgaon
  • Mahagaon
  • Rakshi
  • Station Road
  • Shirgaon
  • Hanuman Nagar
  • Gadhinglaj
  • Sambhapur
  • Kalamba
  • Shahuwadi
  • Shiroli
  • Jawahar Nagar
  • Rajopadhye Nagar
  • Sangavade

Top Corneal Treatment / Keratoplasty Doctors in Kolhapur

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

Happy Patients from Kolhapur after Corneal Transplant / Keratoplasty

Archana

“I just wanted to say that MantraCare in Kolhapur was the best place I could have found for corneal transplant surgery. They provided me with excellent care and they were very professional. I am very happy with my surgery.”

– Sharon (Kolhapur)

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 Kolhapur.
At MantraCare Kolhapur, 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 Kolhapur 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 Kolhapur. 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.