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Eye

Corneal transplantation

This is not replacing the whole eye, but working on the damaged layer of the cornea.

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What is the cornea?

The cornea is the clear front part of the eye. If damage or a scar affects vision, replacing it with donor tissue may be considered in some cases.

Types of operations

Depending on how deep the damage is, the full thickness of the cornea or only the needed layer may be replaced. An ophthalmologist decides which method is suitable.

What to expect?

Check-ups after the operation and the prescribed treatment are important. The result for vision also depends on other eye diseases; a guaranteed result cannot be promised.

SourcesNational Eye Institute · Corneal Transplants ↗Sources accessed on: 02.10.2026.

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