Success Rate Of Corneal Transplantation
What is the success rate of a corneal transplantation?
The
overall success rate of a corneal transplant is very high using modern eye banking
and surgical techniques. However, there are many factors that influence the outcome.
For instance, keratoconus has one of the best prognoses for good vision with a
greater than 90% chance of a clear graft.
Can corneal transplant change my eye color?
No, your
eye color stays exactly the same. The transplant involves only the transparent clear
cornea and not the colored part of the eye (iris).
Is a corneal transplant dangerous?
Corneal
transplant is a relatively safe procedure. Still, it does carry a small risk of
serious complications, such as: eye infection, increased risk of clouding of the
eye's lens (cataract) etc.
When can I go back to work after a corneal transplant?
After
surgery, the stitches usually stay in place for about 2 to 3 months, and then are
slowly removed over many months as your cornea heals. You will probably be able to
return to work or your normal routine in about 1 to 2 weeks after surgery. But your
vision will still be blurry.
Can I see after a corneal transplant?
Your
eyesight should gradually improve a few weeks after a corneal graft, but it could
take anywhere from a couple of months up to a year to have stable vision in the eye
that receives the donor tissue. After your cornea transplant has fully healed, it's
possible to undergo LASIK eye surgery to improve your vision.
