About Pterygium Repair
Key Highlights
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Effectively removes the abnormal, wedge-shaped growth from the eye's surface.Relieves chronic symptoms of irritation, redness, and foreign body sensation.Prevents progression that can lead to astigmatism and permanent vision loss.Improves cosmetic appearance by clearing the visible growth.Modern techniques, like conjunctival autografts, significantly reduce recurrence rates.Typically performed as a quick, outpatient procedure with local anesthesia./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Growth extending toward or covering the central cornea (pupillary area).
- Persistent inflammation, redness, or irritation not controlled with lubricants.
- Significant induced astigmatism causing blurred or distorted vision.
- Cosmetic concern due to the visible, fleshy appearance.
- Restriction in eye movement or double vision caused by the pterygium.
- Recurrent episodes of inflammation despite conservative management.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive eye examination to assess the pterygium's size and impact on vision.
- Discontinuation of blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as advised by your doctor.
- Arranging for transportation to and from the surgical facility, as you cannot drive after the procedure.
- Using prescribed antibiotic eye drops for a few days before surgery to minimize infection risk.
- Informing the ophthalmologist of all current medications and allergies.
- Fasting for a few hours before the procedure if sedation is planned.
Risks & possible complications
- Recurrence of the pterygium, though modern grafting techniques minimize this risk.
- Infection or inflammation in the eye (endophthalmitis, iritis).
- Corneal scarring or thinning.
- Double vision (diplopia) due to muscle involvement or scarring.
- Dry eye symptoms, which are usually temporary.
- Rare complications like bleeding, graft failure, or perforation of the eye.
Recovery & hospital stay
- An eye patch or shield is typically worn for the first 24 hours to protect the eye.
- Strict use of prescribed antibiotic and steroid eye drops for several weeks to prevent infection and control inflammation.
- Avoid rubbing the eye and protect it from dust, wind, and water (e.g., while bathing) for at least a week.
- Wear UV-protective sunglasses outdoors to prevent recurrence.
- Avoid strenuous activities, swimming, and heavy lifting for 2-3 weeks.
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments to monitor healing and graft success.
- Mild discomfort, tearing, and blurred vision are common initially but improve steadily.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (Outpatient)
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Expected recovery time: 2-4 weeks for full stabilization
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pterygium repair in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for pterygium repair in India include Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Manipal Hospital Goa , known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform pterygium repair. MediFyr helps you compare ophthalmologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for pterygium repair compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Pterygium Repair in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ophthalmology teams and experience managing patients undergoing pterygium repair.
Karan Davis, a 58-year-old retired construction...
Karan Davis, a 58-year-old retired construction supervisor from Arizona, spent decades working outdoors in the harsh desert sun. For the past five years, he noticed a fleshy, pinkish growth slowly creeping from the corner of his right eye toward his pupil. It caused a persistent gritty, burning sensation, as if he always had sand in his eye. His vision became increasingly blurry and irritated, making it difficult to enjoy his favorite pastime of reading. His ophthalmologist, Dr. Lee, explained that this was a pterygium, a benign growth likely caused by long-term UV exposure. She recommended surgical removal as it was now affecting his vision and causing significant discomfort. Karan was anxious about eye surgery but trusted Dr. Lee. The procedure, performed under local anesthesia, was quick and painless. In the week following, his eye was red, watery, and sensitive, requiring diligent use of steroid and antibiotic drops. Within a month, the redness subsided dramatically. The constant irritation was gone, and his vision cleared. Karan felt a profound sense of relief and wished he hadn't endured the discomfort for so long out of fear. He now never leaves the house without UV-protective sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat.
Ophthalmologists for Pterygium Repair
Explore experienced ophthalmologists who regularly perform pterygium repair and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 21 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 27 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 5 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 28 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
- 28 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 23 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 19 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
- 15 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 12 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 9 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 20 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 9 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 8 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 16 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Millers Road, Bangalore
- 17 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Ranchi, Ranchi
- 16 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 13 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 10 Years Experience
- Ophthalmologist
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
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