Brief
KIMS completes first corneal transplant in Odisha, restoring vision of 37‑year‑old
The 90‑minute surgery, led by Dr Akshit Gupta, marks a new capability for the hospital after recent government approval.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Bhubaneswar: Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) performed its first corneal transplant on a 37‑year‑old man who lost vision in his right eye after an infection three years ago, according to Deccan Chronicle.
What happened
The operation, lasting about 90 minutes under local anaesthesia, was led by Dr Akshit Gupta and involved Dr Matuli Das, Dr Subhangi Sahu, Lochana Tripathy and Shyamali Routray. Dr Gupta said the patient’s vision had been nearly lost before the surgery.
What was said
Dr Gupta told the outlet the patient showed considerable improvement, though full visual clarity may take two to three weeks and further recovery over months. Dr Subhangi Sahu echoed that the patient’s eyesight had improved significantly.
How it came about
KIMS received government approval to perform corneal transplants last week, enabling the team to expand its eye‑care services. KIIT University founder Dr Achyuta Samanta congratulated the team and wished the patient a speedy recovery.
Key facts
- KIMS performed its first corneal transplant in Odisha. (deccanchronicle.com)
- The surgery restored vision to a 37‑year‑old man after a three‑year infection. (deccanchronicle.com)
- The procedure lasted about 90 minutes and was done under local anaesthesia. (deccanchronicle.com)
- KIMS received government approval for corneal transplants the week before the surgery. (deccanchronicle.com)
Sources
- [1] deccanchronicle.com — originally reported as “Odisha's KIMS Performs First Corneal Transplant, Restores Vision Of 37-Year-Old”
