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There are many ways to improve vision and solve issues with your eyes, and one of them is with a cornea transplant. If you need this procedure or think it may be an option for you, and you're in the San Antonio, TX, area, reach out to Vision 3C Specialists. We can give you the information you're looking for.

Our ophthalmologist can provide you with the eye exam and other tests you need to determine if transplanting a cornea would improve your vision and your quality of life.

How Does a Cornea Transplant Work?

Through a surgical procedure, part of your cornea is replaced with one from a donor. This can help reduce pain, restore vision, and repair damage to a diseased or injured eye. The cornea is the transparent surface of the eye. Shaped like a dome, it allows light into the eye and has a significant effect on whether you're able to see objects clearly.

Are There Risks to This Procedure?

As with any surgical procedure, there are risks. Fortunately, most cornea transplant patients have success. In a small percentage, though, there can be a rejection of the donor cornea. Infection is also a risk, but that's true of any surgery. In most cases, a cornea transplant improves quality of life.

Who Would Benefit from This Procedure?

A corneal transplant may be right for you if you have significant damage to your corneal tissue from a disease or injury. You may be a good candidate if you have:

  • a corneal ulcer that isn't healing
  • keratoconus
  • corneal scarring
  • corneal swelling
  • Fuchs' dystrophy

Working with your optometrist is the best way to find out if you can (or should) have a corneal transplant.

Get the Help You Need Today

For anyone who needs a cornea transplant in the San Antonio, TX, area, Vision 3C Specialists may be the right choice. Our ophthalmologist can provide you with the knowledge and information you need to make a choice about your vision health.

With an eye exam and additional testing, we can determine whether a cornea transplant is the right procedure for your needs. Call us today at (210) 538-2020.