Cornea is the outermost transparent layer of the eye which provides protection and accounts for approximately two-thirds of the eye’s total optical power. Our team at Saini Eye Hospital provides the best possible treatment for disorders of the cornea.

Corneal ulcer is a breach in the corneal layer along with infection. It can be bacterial , viral or fungal. The symptoms include eye redness, pain, decreased vision and discharge. Prompt diagnosis and best possible medical treatment is provided at our centre for all types of corneal ulcers. Corneal scraping and lab testing is done to reduce the infective load and accurately identify the organism responsible for the ulcer. Latest fortified antibiotics are started to give maximal medication. The causes of non-healing ulcers like high intraocular pressure, dry eye, associated adnexal infections, diabetes and immunocompromise are identified and treated concurrently.

Pterygium is an abnormal triangular growth of tissue on the conjunctiva (the clear membrane that covers the white of the eye) and the adjacent cornea (the clear front surface of the eye). It is associated with chronic sun and dust exposure. It causes redness, irritation, blurry vision and unsightly appearance.

Surgery is the only treatment with the preferred technique being LCAT (Limbal Conjunctival Autograft Transplantation) to minimise recurrence. This highly specialised surgery is performed at our centre which gives excellent outcomes.

Impacted corneal foreign body is common in factory workers,  people who work with metal cutters, holi colours and firecracker injuries. Removal of corneal foreign body is done at our centre.

Chemical injury to the cornea occurs commonly due to limestone (choona), industrial glue and firecrackers. It is an ocular emergency and should be treated immediately to save the eye and vision. Our team provides comprehensive treatment and on-call services to treat chemical injuries to the eye.