Corneal Surgery
Vitrectomy is a surgical procedure in which the vitreous humor (the jelly-like substance in the middle of the eye) is partially or completely removed or replaced. In this surgery, the doctor will access the vitreous humor, suction it out, and perform any other necessary eye procedures such as repairing the retina.
A vitrectomy is a sort of eye surgery to cure different retina and vitreous issues. During surgery, the vitreous is removed and replaced by another solution by the surgeon. The vitreous substance is gel-like, filling the eye’s center part. At the back of the eye, the retina is a layer of cells. Such cells use light to provide the brain with visual information. Patients around the world are looking towards India to get the best Corneal surgery in India.
Book an AppointmentAbout Corneal Surgery
Corneal surgery is a specialized procedure that involves the treatment of various eye conditions that affect the cornea, which is the clear, protective outer layer of the eye. In India, there are several top-rated hospitals and clinics that offer high-quality corneal surgery services.
Some of the popular types of corneal surgeries performed in India include:
Corneal Transplantation: This procedure involves replacing a damaged or diseased cornea with a healthy one from a donor. There are two types of corneal transplants - full thickness and partial thickness.
Pterygium Excision: This surgery involves removing a benign growth on the cornea that can cause discomfort and affect vision.
Keratoplasty: This is a surgical procedure that involves reshaping the cornea to correct refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.
Corneal Cross-Linking: This is a treatment for keratoconus, a progressive eye disease that causes the cornea to become thin and bulge outwards. The procedure involves strengthening the cornea with UV light and riboflavin.
Procedure of Corneal Surgery
Generally, surgeons follow a particular procedure by conductuing corneal surgery :
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Make a cut in the outer layer of your eye
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Cut through the white part of your eye, called the sclera
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Remove the vitreous fluid with a microscopic cutting tool (while the eye is kept filled with a liquid that is like normal eye fluid)
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Remove any scar tissue or debris in your eye
