Bookimed does not add extra charges for Corneal transplant prices. The rates come from the clinics' official price lists. You pay directly at the clinic for your Corneal transplant upon your arrival.
Bookimed is committed to your safety. We only work with medical institutions that maintain high international standards in Corneal transplant and have the necessary licenses to serve international patients worldwide.
Bookimed offers free expert assistance. A personal medical coordinator supports you before, during, and after your treatment, solving any issues. You're never alone on your Corneal transplant journey.
Corneal replacement is performed at the Eye Center in Bumrungrad International Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand. Ophthalmologic surgeon carries out cornea transplant procedure.
Bumrungrad eye doctors conduct Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK) and Descemet's Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK).
Specialists offer DALK for partial transplantation of corneal stroma. The procedure excludes the graft rejection risks.
Eye doctors use DSEK to remove damaged endothelium from the central part of patient’s cornea. During the procedure, eye surgeons make 2 small incisions. It is safer than the traditional corneal transplant.
Corneal transplant surgery lasts for 1-2 hours. During the operation, a patient is under general anesthesia.
The treatment strengthens one"s cornea through ultraviolet light and riboflavin, preventing progressive eye conditions.
This surgery transplants cornea tissue, improving vision or relieving pain, often featuring quick recovery and minimal scarring.
The procedure involves placing tiny rings into the eye to reshape the cornea, improving vision and comfort.
Day 1 - Arrival
Day 2 - Pre-Operation
Day 3 - Corneal Transplant
Day 4 - Post-Operation
Week 1-2 - Rehabilitation
Week 3-4 - Continued Rehabilitation
Month 2-3 - Return to Normal Activities
Please note that each patient"s recovery process is unique and may vary. Language assistance is not included in the package, so consider arranging a translator if needed.
When considering Corneal transplant, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:
This procedure strengthens the cornea by using ultraviolet light and riboflavin drops to halt the progression of keratoconus.
Keratoplasty involves replacing damaged corneal tissue with healthy donor corneal tissue to restore vision.
A minimally invasive procedure where small, crescent-shaped rings are inserted into the cornea to improve vision by reshaping it.