Cornea Transplant / Keratoplasty In Shimoga​

There is a very good reason why keratoplasty, or cornea transplant, is one of the most frequently performed surgeries in the world. The cornea is the clear front window of the eye and its failure can lead to reduced vision, blindness, and even total loss of sight. 

Keratoplasty surgery is typically done as an outpatient procedure under local anesthesia. Patients generally return to work and normal activities within a few days after surgery. Most patients are able to see well enough to drive and go about their life without any additional assistance shortly after surgery.

If you are considering keratoplasty for your eye health, then you should speak with your doctor about the best option for you based on your individual situation and needs. The team at our clinic in Shimoga are experts in performing this life-saving surgery and we would be happy to discuss all of your options with you.

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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 different types of corneal transplant surgeries that can be performed to restore vision. Penetrating keratoplasty (PK), Descemet’s Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK/ DSAEK), Descemet’s Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK), and Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK) are all procedures that remove a damaged or diseased layer of the cornea. Superficial anterior lamellar keratoplasty (SALK) is a less invasive procedure that makes small cuts in the top layer of the cornea. Artificial Cornea Transplant (Keratoprosthesis) is a newer technology that involves attaching an artificial device to the front surface of the eye to replace a missing or damaged layer of the cornea.

Cornea Transplant Surgery Cost In Shimoga

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

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

Cornea Hospitals in Shimoga

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

  • Kuvempunagar
  • Aswath Nagar
  • Kashipur
  • Gadikoppa
  • Gopalagowda Extension
  • Sagar
  • Somina Koppa
  • Milagatta
  • Bhadravathi
  • Vinoba Nagar
  • Shikaripur
  • Navule
  • Tilak Nagar
  • Hosanagar
  • Thirthahalli
  • Malleshwara Nagar
  • Rajendra Nagar
  • Ravindra Nagara
  • Sulebailu
  • Hosamane
  • Chalukya Nagar
  • Tank Mohalla
  • KR Puram
  • Shrirampura
  • Basavanagudi
  • Bommanakatte
  • Basaveshwara Nagar
  • Agumbe
  • Malavagoppa
  • Soraba
  • Alkola
  • Nidige
  • Jayanagar
  • Jannapura
  • Kallagangur
  • Harige
  • Channamumbapura
  • Gandhi Nagar
  • Sheshadripuram
  • Vidya Nagar
  • Ashoka Nagar
  • R.M.L Nagar
  • Krushi Nagar
  • Hosakesare
  • Tippu Nagar
  • Kannangi

Top Corneal Treatment / Keratoplasty Doctors in Shimoga

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 Shimoga after Corneal Transplant / Keratoplasty

Archana

“I was deeply concerned with my vision and the corneal transplant surgery from MantraCare in Shimoga was something I needed. It has helped me regain my vision and I can see clearly.”

– Sharon (Shimoga)

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 Shimoga.
At MantraCare Shimoga, 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 Shimoga 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 Shimoga. 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.