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Cornea Condition

Corneal Dystrophy Treatment in Gurgaon

Corneal dystrophies are inherited conditions that slowly cloud the cornea and can blur vision — and modern treatment can restore clarity when they do. At Dayal Eye Centre, our cornea specialist diagnoses the specific dystrophy, monitors it over time, and treats vision-affecting cases with laser surface treatment (PTK) or layer-specific corneal transplant (DMEK/DSEK).

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Corneal imaging for corneal dystrophy at Dayal Eye Centre
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Years of specialist eye care in Gurgaon
1.2 Lakh+
Surgeries performed at the centre
Aravind
Trained cornea sub-specialist surgeon
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Accredited multi-speciality eye hospital
Understanding the Condition

What Are Corneal Dystrophies?

Corneal dystrophies are a group of usually inherited conditions in which abnormal material builds up in the cornea, making it cloudy or scarred over time. They typically affect both eyes, run in families, and vary widely — some never affect vision, while others (such as Fuchs’ endothelial dystrophy) can cause significant blurring and glare.

Because they progress slowly and differently, the right approach ranges from watchful monitoring to surgery — decided by which layer of the cornea is affected and how much your vision is impacted.

Quick Facts
Usually inherited

Abnormal material builds up in the cornea and tends to run in families.

Often both eyes

Dystrophies are typically bilateral, affecting the same layer in each eye.

Highly variable

Some never affect vision; others cause significant blurring and glare.

Symptoms

What Are the Symptoms?

Symptoms depend on the type of dystrophy and how far it has progressed. If you notice any of these — especially in both eyes — an accurate diagnosis is the first step.

Gradual blurring or clouding of vision.

Glare and halos, often worse in the morning (typical of Fuchs’).

Recurrent eye pain or a foreign-body feeling (some types).

Often affects both eyes and runs in the family.

Treatment Options

How We Treat Corneal Dystrophy

Treatment is matched to the type of dystrophy and how much it affects your vision — from watchful monitoring, through medical care, to precise laser and modern layer-specific transplant.

ApproachWhat it’s for
MonitoringMild dystrophies not affecting vision — tracked over time.
Medical therapyManaging swelling, discomfort and surface breakdown.
Phototherapeutic keratectomy (PTK)Laser smoothing of front-layer (surface) dystrophies.
Endothelial transplant (DMEK/DSEK) or DALK/PKRestoring clarity in vision-affecting dystrophies.

Suitability depends on the type of dystrophy and how much vision is affected. Individual results vary; dystrophies can recur even after treatment. Consult with our doctors.

Transparent Pricing

Corneal Dystrophy Treatment Cost in Gurgaon

Indicative ranges, subject to consultation and examination.

ProcedureRange
PTK (laser surface treatment)₹35,000 – ₹80,000
Endothelial/lamellar transplant (DSEK/DMEK/DALK)₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000
Full-thickness transplant (PK)₹50,000 – ₹1,50,000
Cashless Insurance & TPAs
Easy EMI
Government Schemes (CGHS · ECHS · Ayushman Bharat)

Indicative starting-from ranges (from the centre’s Verified Clinical Data 2024–2025), subject to consultation and examination; insurance/scheme coverage varies by policy.

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Why Dayal Eye Centre

Sub-Specialist Cornea Care, Under One NABH-Accredited Roof

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Cornea sub-specialist care from an Aravind-trained cornea surgeon — not a generalist.

Full front-of-eye capability under one NABH-accredited roof — diagnostics, medical management and corneal surgery, with three modular operation theatres.

20+ years and 1.2 lakh+ surgeries of institutional experience.

Affordable, supported access — cashless insurance, Easy EMI and government schemes.

Our Team

Meet Our Cornea Specialist

Dr. Hem Shah, Cornea Specialist at Dayal Eye Centre
Cornea & Anterior Segment

Dr. Hem Shah

MBBS, DNB (Ophthalmology) · Cornea & Anterior Segment, Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai

Cornea & Phaco surgeon skilled in corneal cross-linking (CXL), corneal transplantation (keratoplasty), pterygium surgery and dry-eye management.

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808 B, Galaxy Road, Sector 15 Part 2, Near 32nd Avenue, Gurgaon, Haryana 122001 (just off NH-48, beside 32nd Avenue; nearest metro IFFCO Chowk, Yellow Line).

Monday–Saturday, 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM · Sunday closed (please confirm current timings).

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Because dystrophies are inherited, they can’t be ‘cured’ at the genetic level, but vision can be restored very effectively when they cloud the cornea — through laser treatment (PTK) or a layer-specific transplant. Mild cases often just need monitoring.

Many dystrophies are inherited, so there can be a risk to children depending on the type and inheritance pattern. We can explain the likely pattern for your specific dystrophy and, where useful, guide you on genetic advice.

No — many dystrophies are mild and simply monitored. Surgery is considered only when the dystrophy clouds the cornea enough to affect your vision or causes recurrent discomfort.

Some dystrophies can recur in the transplanted tissue over years, though modern techniques and monitoring manage this well. We keep you under review to catch any recurrence early.

Vision-affecting treatment and transplantation are usually medically necessary and often covered, subject to your policy. We offer cashless options and Easy EMI.

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Medically reviewed by Dr. Hem Shah, MBBS, DNB (Ophthalmology) — Cornea & Anterior Segment, Aravind Eye Hospital · Last reviewed: 29 July 2026 · Editorial Policy