Our Departments
Cornea Surgery
Overview
The cornea is the transparent front layer of the eye that plays a crucial role in focusing vision. When the cornea becomes damaged, scarred, infected, or misshapen, it can lead to blurred vision or even vision loss. Corneal surgery involves a range of procedures aimed at restoring vision, relieving pain, and improving the appearance of a diseased or damaged cornea.
Services
At Holy Spirit Hospital, our Ophthalmology Department provides advanced diagnostic and surgical care for various corneal conditions. Services include:
1. Corneal Transplantation (Keratoplasty)
Penetrating Keratoplasty (PKP) – Full-thickness corneal transplant
Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK) – Partial-thickness transplant preserving healthy inner layers
Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK/DMEK) – Replacement of only the inner corneal layer for quicker recovery and fewer complications
2. Pterygium Surgery
Surgical removal of fibrovascular growths from the cornea using conjunctival autografts
3. Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking (CXL)
A minimally invasive treatment for keratoconus to strengthen the cornea and halt disease progression
4. Management of Corneal Ulcers and Infections
Medical and surgical management of infectious keratitis, chemical injuries, and trauma-related corneal damage
5. Treatment of Corneal Scars and Opacities
Surgical polishing (superficial keratectomy) or transplant as required
6. Artificial Cornea (Keratoprosthesis)
For patients unsuitable for traditional transplants
7. Ocular Surface Reconstruction
For patients with chronic surface damage due to chemical burns, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, or autoimmune diseases
Infrastructure and Technology
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Holy Spirit Hospital is equipped with the infrastructure and modern technology essential for successful corneal diagnosis, surgery, and post-operative care:
Diagnostic Facilities
Specular Microscopy – To assess corneal endothelial cell health
Anterior Segment OCT – High-resolution imaging of the cornea and anterior chamber
Topography & Tomography – Maps corneal curvature and thickness, essential for keratoconus detection and surgical planning
Pachymetry – Measures corneal thickness
Confocal Microscopy – For in vivo evaluation of corneal infections
Surgical Facilities
Dedicated Modular Ophthalmic OT with laminar airflow
Operating Microscopes with High Magnification
Phacoemulsification & Vitrectomy Systems for combined surgeries
Corneal Transplant Kit and Eye Bank Support
Tissue Storage Facilities for preservation of donor corneas
Femtosecond Laser (if available) for precision in corneal incisions and lamellar surgeries
Post-Operative & Outpatient Care
Well-equipped eye OPD and procedure rooms
Slit-lamp Biomicroscopy for follow-up
Digital Visual Acuity Charts & Refraction Units
Trained staff for eye dressing and patient counselling
Professionals
Dr Sheetal Kamdar
Cornea Surgery
MBBS, DNB, Cornea Surgery
Available Timings:
- Wed: 1:00 pm - 02:00 pm
