CORNEA EYE
Experience Excellence in Cornea Care
At Balaji Eye Care Hospital, we provide world-class cornea care with Dr. Jayadatt Patel, a leading cornea specialist in Ahmedabad.
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When it comes to cornea care, you deserve nothing but the best. At Balaji Eye Care Hospital, we are proud to have a team of highly skilled and experienced cornea surgery experts. Dr Jayadatt Patel ranks top among the best cornea specialists in Ahmedabad. We are dedicated to providing you with comprehensive and personalized corneal treatment.
Type and Different corneal diseases
Infectious Keratitis
Bacterial keratitis
Fungal keratitis
Viral keratitis
Acanthamoeba keratitis (caused by a parasite)
Non-Infectious Keratitis:
Keratoconus
Progressive thinning and bulging of the cornea.
Fuch's Endothelial Dystrophy
Thickening of Descemet’s membrane, leads to corneal swelling.
Bullous Keratopathy
Fluid buildup between the layers of the cornea.
Corneal Dystrophies
Inherited disorders affecting the cornea’s structure.
- Granular dystrophy
- Lattice dystrophy
- Macular dystrophy
Corneal Scars
Result from injury or inflammation.
When to See Us
Contact us immediately if you experience:
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Severe eye pain
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Sudden vision changes
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Blurry vision
Corneal Transplant Procedures
Full-thickness corneal replacement.
Partial-thickness corneal replacement.
DALK (Deep): Replaces a deeper layer.
SALK (Superficial): Replaces a shallower layer.
DSAEK: Replaces the inner layer.
DMEK: Replaces only the Descemet's membrane and endothelium.
Treatment Options
Medications
Eye drops or oral medications.
Laser Therapy
Reshaping the cornea to improve vision.
Corneal Transplants
Replacing damaged corneal tissue with donor tissue.
Artificial Corneas
For severe cases.
Improved Vision
Pain & Discomfort Relief
Treats Corneal Diseases
Restores Clarity
Enhanced Aesthetics
Contact Lens Potential
FAQ
Recovery varies greatly depending on the individual and the type of transplant. Full visual recovery can take several months or even years.
Most corneal transplants are successful in improving vision and quality of life. Long-term success depends on proper post-operative care and adherence to medication regimens.
Requires careful eye drop medications to prevent infection and rejection. Vision may improve gradually over several months or years. Regular follow-up appointments with the ophthalmologist are essential.
It may be possible in some cases, but depends on the type of transplant and the healing process.
Yes, long-term medications to prevent rejection are usually required.
Discomfort is common after surgery, but usually well-controlled with pain medication.
Rejection: The body may reject the donor cornea.
Infection: Risk of infection during or after surgery.
Glaucoma: Increased pressure within the eye.
Cataracts: Clouding of the eye lens.
Astigmatism: Irregular curvature of the cornea.