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Cornea Transplant (Penetrating Keratoplasty; PK)

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This procedure repairs a damaged cornea. The cornea is the clear, outer surface of the eye that lets light enter the pupil. During this surgery, a portion of your damaged cornea is replaced with healthy corneal tissue taken from a donor.

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VA Long Beach Healthcare System
5901 E. 7th St.
Long Beach, CA 90822
562-826-8000

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