Trattamento di Keratoconus in Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici's Private Practice

At Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici's Private Practice in Istanbul, patients receive care for keratoconus, a condition causing a thinning and bulging cornea. Services range from a $200 online consultation to a $1,400 corneal cross-linking treatment, with cornea transplants typically costing between $9,000 and $9,500. The clinic is led by Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici, an ophthalmologist with over 33 years of experience and 20,000 procedures performed.

Before any procedure, patients undergo thorough diagnostics. The CXL package includes corneal pachymetry and topography to map the cornea's shape and thickness. A full pre-surgery examination is standard for both major treatment paths.

Treatment Options for Keratoconus

The clinic offers two main approaches:

• Corneal Cross-Linking (CXL): This minimally invasive procedure uses UV light and riboflavin drops to strengthen the cornea. It helps stop the condition from progressing. The surgery takes about one hour. Recovery involves four days of rest in a darkened room. The CXL package is priced around $1,400 and includes:
  • Pre-operative examination and tests
  • Corneal topography
  • The cross-linking surgery for one eye
  • A protective contact lens for recovery
• Cornea Transplant (Keratoplasty): This surgery replaces damaged corneal tissue with a healthy donor graft. It is an option for advanced cases. The total recommended stay in Turkey is three weeks, with two weeks of post-operative rest required. The transplant package costs around $9,000–$9,500 and typically covers:
  • Medical examination and tests
  • Donor tissue
  • The cornea transplant for one eye
  • Follow-up visits

Prof. Dr. Satici's private practice focuses solely on ophthalmology, treating both adults and children. With over 8,000 patients seen annually, the clinic provides individualized care plans for managing keratoconus. For a detailed assessment of your condition, you can start with an online consultation.