Question 1

is corneal transplant worth the risk?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Of course, it depends on your particular reason for needing a transplant. In general, corneal transplants are very successful and achieve very good results. There are several excellent corneal surgeons in the Philadelphia area for you to consult.

Question 2

is it common to have a corneal transplant?

Accepted Answer

Not common: It is not common to have a corneal transplant but it not rare either.  Corneal transplant surgery has a high success rate but it not required very often.

Question 3

what are the complications of corneal transplant?

Accepted Answer

Rejection: Many potential complications can associated with corneal transplant, either during the surgery or after surgery during recovery period.  Hemorrhage inside the eye is the most serious complication during surgery.  Rejection of the graft can occur years later.  Infection is not common but can occur.  Also some diseases can recur in the corneal graft too.

Question 4

what is the biggest risk after a corneal transplant?

Accepted Answer

Rejection: Like all transplanting surgery, the main concern is rejection of the transplant. Infection is also a concern with any surgery.

Question 5

what are the side-effects of corneal transplant?

Accepted Answer

Irritation: Side effects associated with corneal transplant include irritation from sutures, blurred vision during the immediate post-op period, occasional pain, light sensitivity, and potential side effects from various eye medications used during the recovery period.

Question 6

why can't i give blood after a corneal transplant?

Accepted Answer

Theoretical risk: After transplantation, there is a theoretical risk of transmissible disease so blood donation is not allowed.

Question 7

what are the risks of getting a corneal transplant?

Accepted Answer

Rejection/Infection: It depends on the reason the cornea is scarred or irregular.  Keratoconus, a congenital problem,  is a very common reason and the results are very good.  If there is previous injury to the cornea with scarring, i.e. Burns, trauma, infections, etc, there maybe ingrowth of blood vessels and the results and not quite as good.  The main risks are rejection or infection.

Question 8

has anyone done a corneal transplant for keratoconus?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Corneal transplants are frequently done for keratoconus, usually when vision can't be correctly adequately with rigid contact lenses.

Question 9

after a corneal transplant will my pupil become clear?

Accepted Answer

Usually: The goal of this surgery is to provide a clear view from a formerly obscured vision due to corneal disease.  Mostly that goal is reached and your central visual axis, your pupil, will clear up.  You need to be very diligent in post operative care to achieve this goal.

Question 10

can smoking pot help my corneal transplant heal faster?

Accepted Answer

Pot: No. Pot does not promote wound healing...

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