What is a Cornea?
The cornea is the eye's outermost layer. It is the clear, dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eye.
What is a Corneal Transplant?
A corneal transplant involves replacing a diseased or scarred cornea with a new one. When the cornea becomes cloudy, light cannot penetrate the eye to reach the light- sensitive retina. Poor vision or blindness may result.
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