About Cornea
The cornea, known as the clear window at the front of the eye, plays a vital role in vision. It provides two-thirds of the eye’s focusing power and is crucial for maintaining a clear and sharp image. However, the cornea can be affected by various conditions, including inflammatory diseases, infections, and shape disorders.

Some commonly seen corneal conditions include:
- Keratitis: inflammation of the cornea.
- Corneal abrasion: a scratch on the cornea occurring due to trauma or weakness of the epithelium (the outermost skin of the cornea)
- Corneal foreign body: a piece of debris embedding itself superficially on the surface of the cornea.
- Corneal laceration: a partial or full-thickness wound of the cornea as a result of trauma.
- Keratoconus: a condition causing thinning and distortion of the cornea
- Corneal scarring: a grey-white mark left behind as a result of trauma or previous inflammation of the cornea.
- Fuchs endothelial dystrophy: a corneal condition where the cornea becomes waterlogged as a result of poorly functioning endothelial cells.
- Corneal dystrophies: inherited conditions causing gradual opacification of the cornea as a result of the metabolic by-products.
Symptoms
Symptoms experienced depend on the cause of the problem. These may include:
- Pain
- Redness
- Light sensitivity
- Doubling of vision
- Hazy vision
Examination / Diagnosis
The cornea’s abnormalities and subsequent diagnosis depend on the underlying problem.
If you experience any symptoms related to the cornea or require a comprehensive evaluation, we recommend scheduling an appointment with one of our skilled cornea specialists in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. They have undergone extensive subspecialty training in the field and are dedicated to diagnosing and treating various corneal conditions to ensure optimal eye health and vision for our patients.
Comprehensive Assessments
We offer a comprehensive range of eye care assessments, diagnostics, surgical and non-surgical treatment services. Assessment services: (evaluation examinations may differ depending on outcome of consultation) (expandable links below)
- General Health Assessment
- Optometry assessment
- Pentacam
- Consultation with Cornea and Laser Refractive Consultant
- General Health Assessment
- Optometry assessment
- Pentacam
- Cell count
- Consultation with Retina Consultant
Conditions & Treatment
Corneal Cross-Linking
About Corneal Cross-Linking
Corneal cross-linking (CXL) is a treatment for patients with keratoconus which can prevent their condition getting worse. CXL is successful in preventing the condition deteriorating in more than 90% of cases. Keratoconus worsens as the cornea weakens. CXL uses ultraviolet light and vitamin B2 (riboflavin) drops to harden the cornea. Together, they cause fibers within the cornea to cross-link – or bond more firmly. This treatment emulates the normal age-related hardening of the cornea, which is known as natural cross-linkingCorneal Cross-Linking
About Corneal Cross-Linking
Corneal cross-linking (CXL) is a treatment for patients with keratoconus which can prevent their condition getting worse. CXL is successful in preventing the condition deteriorating in more than 90% of cases. Keratoconus worsens as the cornea weakens. CXL uses ultraviolet light and vitamin B2 (riboflavin) drops to harden the cornea. Together, they cause fibers within the cornea to cross-link – or bond more firmly. This treatment emulates the normal age-related hardening of the cornea, which is known as natural cross-linkingCorneal Transplant
About Corneal Transplant
The cornea is a window of transparent tissue at the front of the eyeball. It allows light to pass into the eye and provides focus so that images can be seen clearly. Various diseases or injuries can make the cornea either cloudy or change shape. This prevents the normal passage of light into the eye and affects vision.The cornea has three main layers (thin outer and inner layers and a thick middle layer). In some diseases, only the inside layer (endothelium) is affected, causing corneal oedema (swelling) and clouding.
Corneal Transplant
About Corneal Transplant
The cornea is a window of transparent tissue at the front of the eyeball. It allows light to pass into the eye and provides focus so that images can be seen clearly. Various diseases or injuries can make the cornea either cloudy or change shape. This prevents the normal passage of light into the eye and affects vision.The cornea has three main layers (thin outer and inner layers and a thick middle layer). In some diseases, only the inside layer (endothelium) is affected, causing corneal oedema (swelling) and clouding.
Keratoconus
About Keratoconus
The word Keratoconus comes from two Greek words: kerato (cornea) and konos (cone). Keratoconus is a degenerative disorder of the eye in which the shape of the cornea, which is usually round, is distorted and develops a cone-shaped bulge, resulting in reduced vision. Keratoconus is a relatively common condition. It affects one person in two thousand, occurs around the world and is quite common in the Middle East.Progression of Keratoconus depends on the patient’s age at the time of onset and the severity of eye rubbing. The earlier the onset, the faster Keratoconus may progress. The condition always affects both eyes and is asymmetric, so one eye may be more affected than the other.
Keratoconus
About Keratoconus
The word Keratoconus comes from two Greek words: kerato (cornea) and konos (cone). Keratoconus is a degenerative disorder of the eye in which the shape of the cornea, which is usually round, is distorted and develops a cone-shaped bulge, resulting in reduced vision. Keratoconus is a relatively common condition. It affects one person in two thousand, occurs around the world and is quite common in the Middle East.Progression of Keratoconus depends on the patient’s age at the time of onset and the severity of eye rubbing. The earlier the onset, the faster Keratoconus may progress. The condition always affects both eyes and is asymmetric, so one eye may be more affected than the other.