Corneal transplantation is a more invasive surgery in ophthalmology, which involves replacing diseased corneal tissue with healthy corneal tissue through open surgery.
Corneal transplantation is a tertiary surgery and carries a certain level of risk. It must be performed by a professional surgeon and postoperative care must be observed.
The success rate of the surgery is related to individual’s physical condition, the surgeon’s operation level, post-operative care and other factors. There may be complications such as infection, implant detachment, immune rejection, glaucoma, etc., so it is important to communicate with the surgeon before the surgery.
After surgery, patients should pay attention to regular medication changes, eye hygiene, and a light diet to promote recovery. Patients with eye diseases such as uveitis, glaucoma, low intraocular pressure, or those with severe rejection or failed corneal transplants should not undergo corneal transplantation.
It is recommended that patients after corneal transplantation follow the doctor’s instructions, have regular checkups, and consult a doctor when discomfort occurs.