Cornea is the transparent, dome-shaped window covering the front of the eye. It is a powerful refracting surface, providing 2 / 3 of the eye's focusing power. Like the crystal on a watch, it gives us a clear window to look through. Because there are no blood vessels in the cornea, it is normally clear and has a shiny surface. The cornea is extremely sensitive - there are more nerve endings in the cornea than anywhere else in the body. The adult cornea is only about 1/2 MM thick
Infections Injuries Complications following eye surgery vision would be dramatically reduced.
Experience Corneal Blindness
One Eye Donation means SIGHT to two needy persons
People of any age Spectacle users Eye surgery patients Diabetics, Hypertensives Eye Donation – the only cost is a little ‘love’
You as an Individual As a responsible family As a member of Society As conscious Corporate Citizen
It is only one phone call away Call the nearest eye bank or 1919 or 1053 or 104
Does not delay funeral arrangements or disfigure the face
Religion Lack of awareness Fear of disfigurement Apathy / Forgetfulness
Eye bank is the link between the donor family and a cornea recipient
Is a Community non-profit, charitable organisation dedicated to restoring sight to those who are blind or visuallly impaired through the promotion and advancement of Eye donation
To procure quality tissue To screen eyes as per eye bank standards To evaluate the tissue To test for HIV, Hepatitis To eliminate waiting list
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Medical Profession Voluntary Organisation Media Government Can make a difference
THANK YOU Rajnish Kumar Eye Bank Association of India