Penetrating corneal transplantation is one of the larger ophthalmic surgeries, and the exact number of years it will last is not fixed, but is closely related to the patient’s postoperative rejection and recovery.
If the patient recovers well, it can last for more than 20 years or even for life, but if the patient has severe rejection, it may not last even a year.
Penetrating corneal transplantation, mainly for severe corneal ulcers, corneal perforation or corneal trauma, is a surgical procedure that targets the entire cornea. If a patient has a corneal transplant, regular application of anti-immune medications, good postoperative recovery, and no rejection, most people can maintain it for a longer period of time, up to several decades, or even for life.
If the patient’s postoperative rejection is difficult to suppress, the corneal implant can be cloudy, the operation that is, failure, the maintenance time is shorter.
It is recommended that patients following penetrating corneal transplantation follow the doctor’s instructions for care, have regular follow-ups, and seek prompt medical attention when discomfort occurs.