Best Hospital for Corneal Transplant
in Karachi
Full and partial thickness keratoplasty for corneal blindness — PKP, DALK, DSAEK.
1.5–2.5 hours
Procedure Time
3–12 months (full visual recovery)
Recovery
90–95% graft survival at 5 years
Success Rate
Corneal Transplant in Karachi — Why Choose FIO Hospital?
FIO Hospital is Karachi's first choice for Corneal Transplant. Patients from Karachi and across Sindh choose FIO Hospital Karachi (Clifton Block 8, Karachi 75600) for corneal transplant because of our international JCI accreditation, fellowship-trained surgeons, and ZEISS operating microscope technology. With a 90–95% graft survival at 5 years success rate across corneal transplant procedures, we deliver outcomes that speak for themselves.
FIO Hospital performs all types of corneal grafting. PKP (Penetrating Keratoplasty): full thickness transplant for corneal scarring and advanced keratoconus. DALK (Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty): replaces the front layers while preserving the patient's own endothelium — lower rejection risk. DSAEK/DMEK: posterior lamellar transplant for endothelial failure (Fuchs dystrophy, bullous keratopathy). Our cornea surgeons have international fellowship training from leading eye banks.
Corneal Transplant Procedure — Step by Step
PKP: full 8mm disc of diseased cornea replaced with donor tissue. DALK: anterior stroma replaced via big-bubble or manual technique. DSAEK: posterior 100-micron disc rolled and unfolded in anterior chamber.
ZEISS operating microscope
Technology
1.5–2.5 hours
Duration
3–12 months (full visual recovery)
Recovery
90–95% graft survival at 5 years
Success Rate
Who is Suitable for Corneal Transplant in Karachi?
Advanced keratoconus
Corneal scarring
Fuchs endothelial dystrophy
Bullous keratopathy
Failed previous graft
Corneal burns or trauma
Corneal Transplant Specialists — Karachi
Prof. Dr. Mushtaq Ahmad Khattak
Vitreoretinal Surgeon
MBBS, FCPS (Ophthalmology), FCPS (Vitreoretina), MRCS (Glasgow), CPHL (Pakistan), ICO (UK), Fellowship in Vitreoretina (Austria), Fellowship in Vitreoretina (USA)
Associate Prof. Dr. Javed Rasul
Ophthalmologist
FCPS, Associate Professor — KMC
Associate Prof. Dr. Naila Obaid
Ophthalmologist
FCPS, Associate Professor
Dr. Riaz Ahmed
Ophthalmologist
FCPS
Dr. Afifa Shams
Ophthalmologist
FCPS
Prof. Dr. Israr Ahmed
Ophthalmologist
FCPS, Professor of Ophthalmology
Corneal Transplant in Karachi — FAQs
Where does the donor cornea come from?
From deceased donors through licensed eye banks. FIO Hospital only uses tissue from reputable, regulated eye banks with full tissue testing.
Can the body reject a corneal transplant?
Yes — rejection occurs in 10–20% of PKP cases. Symptoms: sudden red painful eye with reduced vision. This is a medical emergency — call FIO immediately.
How long do I need to use steroid eye drops after transplant?
Typically 1–2 years, tapering gradually. Compliance is critical to prevent rejection.
How do I book Corneal Transplant in Karachi?
Call +92-21-3456789, book online at fiohospital.com, or WhatsApp +92-915-302-6432. Our Karachi branch at Clifton Block 8, Karachi 75600 offers same-week appointments.
Is FIO Hospital accredited for Corneal Transplant in Karachi?
Yes. FIO Hospital maintains JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation — the global gold standard. We use ZEISS operating microscope and employ fellowship-trained specialists with international training.
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