Expectations after surgery:

Full visual recovery may take up to 1 year. Most patients with successful corneal transplants will enjoy good vision for many years.

Call your doctor if you have any of the following symptoms. They may be signs of a complication.

• Decreased vision
• Flashes of light or floaters in the eye
• Light sensitivity
• Redness of the eye that gets worse
• Pain

Convalescence:

Your doctor will give you an eye patch to wear for a short period of time. This protects the new cornea from injury.

Carefully follow your doctor's instructions regarding eye drops after surgery, which may prevent rejection.