What conditions may cause the need for a corneal transplant?

American Academy of Ophthalmology's EyeSmart

Corneal failure after another eye surgery, such as cataract surgery
Keratoconus, a steep curving of the cornea
Hereditary corneal failure, such as fuchs’ dystrophy
Scarring after infections, especially after herpes
Rejection after a first corneal transplant
Scarring after injury

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