Cornea Transplant / Keratoplasty In Madurai​

A cornea transplant is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged or diseased cornea with a healthy one. The healthy cornea is usually donated by a family member or friend of the patient. In some cases, it may be possible to use a donor cornea from a cadaver. 

Cornea transplants are performed for various reasons, including corneal dystrophies, keratoconus, and severe eye injuries. In most cases, the procedure is successful in restoring vision. 

Madurai is one of the few places in India where cornea transplantations are routinely performed. The city has several hospitals that are equipped to handle 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

There are many different types of corneal transplant surgeries, each with its own unique benefits and drawbacks. Penetrating keratoplasty (PK), Descemet’s stripping endothelial keratoplasty (DSEK/ DSAEK), Descemet’s membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK), deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK), superficial anterior lamellar keratoplasty (SALK) are the most common types of corneal transplant surgery.

PK is a simple and relatively straightforward procedure that uses a small surgical knife to remove the damaged layers of the cornea. This procedure is typically used when there is an underlying cause of the cornea damage, such as an infection or a previous surgery that has caused trauma to the eye. 

DSEK/ DSAEK is a more complex form of PK that uses tissue from another part of the body to replace the damaged cornea. This procedure is typically used when there is significant damage to the outer layer of the cornea, which can lead to vision loss. DMEK is a more advanced form of DSEK that uses tissue from beneath the surface of the eye instead of from elsewhere in the body. This procedure is often used when there is significant damage to both the inner and outer layers of the cornea, or when other forms of PK are not suitable for specific reasons.

DALK is a relatively new type of cornea transplant surgery that uses a specialized laser to remove the damaged layers of the cornea. This procedure is typically used when there is significant damage to the outer layer of the cornea, which can lead to vision loss. SALK is a newer form of DALK that uses a different type of laser to remove the damaged layers of the cornea. This procedure is often used when there is significant damage to both the inner and outer layers of the cornea, or when other forms of PK are not suitable for specific reasons.

Cornea Transplant Surgery Cost In Madurai

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

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

Cornea Hospitals in Madurai

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

  • Velmurugan Nagar
  • South Veli Street
  • Alagar Kovil Road
  • Kochadai
  • Milakaranai Village
  • Dindigal Highway
  • Andalpuram
  • Bye Pass Road
  • Uthangudi
  • Sathamangalam
  • P.T.Rajan Road
  • Vilangudi
  • KK Nagar
  • Avaniyapuram
  • Alagappan Nagar
  • Anaiyur
  • Othakkadai
  • Anna Nagar
  • Kodaikanal
  • Chittampatti
  • Mattiuttavani
  • Natham Road
  • SS Colony
  • Ponnmeni
  • Kodikulam
  • Nayakkanpatti
  • Periya kodakovil
  • Kidaripatti
  • T.Kallupatti
  • Solaipatti
  • Chokikulam
  • Kunnathur
  • Sathya Sai Nagar
  • Sellur Road
  • TVS Nagar
  • NH 45B
  • Melakkal Road
  • NARAYANAPURAM
  • Nagamalai
  • Vasanth Nagar
  • Minukkampatti
  • Villapuram
  • Puliyankulam
  • National Highway-7
  • Karuppayurani
  • Surya Nagar
  • Tirumangalam
  • Kallikudi
  • Manalur
  • Umachikulam
  • JEMI Balaji Nagar
  • Alanganallur
  • Kappalur
  • Silaiman
  • K Pudur
  • Krishnapuram Colony

Top Corneal Treatment / Keratoplasty Doctors in Madurai

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 Madurai after Corneal Transplant / Keratoplasty

Archana

“My corneal transplant surgery from MantraCare was the most pleasant, convenient, and best decision I’ve ever made. They have such kind staff who are willing to help. My recovery was smooth and I have seen a dramatic improvement in my health.”

– Sharon (Madurai)

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 Madurai.
At MantraCare Madurai, 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 Madurai 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 Madurai. 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.