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PDEK (Pre-Descemet's Endothelial Keratoplasty) in Mumbai

Looking for pdek (pre-descemet's endothelial keratoplasty) in Mumbai? Dr. Mickey's Eye Care Centre provides pdek (pre-descemet's endothelial keratoplasty) across three central Mumbai clinics — Off-BKC / Kurla West, Kalina / Santacruz East, and Bandra West. Dr Mickey Dhamejani personally consults at all three locations and performs surgical cases himself.

PDEK (Pre-Descemet's Endothelial Keratoplasty) at Dr. Mickey's Eye Care Centre is built around three principles — accurate diagnosis, honest counselling about whether the procedure is right for you, and continuity of care from consultation through follow-up. Dr Mickey holds MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), FICO (London) and MRCS (Edinburgh), and has performed more than 4,000 eye surgeries.

PDEK (Pre-Descemet's Endothelial Keratoplasty) for Mumbai, Mumbai patients
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Why Mumbai patients choose us for pdek (pre-descemet's endothelial keratoplasty)

  • 01Three Mumbai clinics — pick the one closest to home or office. Continuity of care is preserved across all three.
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What Is PDEK (Pre-Descemet's Endothelial Keratoplasty)?

In PDEK, donor tissue consisting of Descemet's membrane, its pre-Descemet's layer, and the endothelium is prepared using an air injection technique and transplanted into the recipient eye through a small 3–4 mm incision. The graft unfolds and attaches to the recipient's cornea using an air bubble.

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Who Is It For?

This procedure is generally suited to patients meeting the following criteria:

  • Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy
  • Bullous keratopathy (failed endothelial cells from previous cataract surgery or other causes)
  • Eyes with a clear anterior cornea requiring only endothelial replacement
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What Happens During the Procedure?

Each step is performed with precision and patient comfort in mind.

  • Step 1: Donor tissue carefully prepared in the surgical theatre
  • Step 2: Diseased endothelium stripped from the recipient eye
  • Step 3: Folded donor graft inserted through a small incision
  • Step 4: Air bubble injected to press graft into position
  • Step 5: Patient rests face-up for 1 hour post-operatively to maintain the bubble
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Recovery & What to Expect

Vision improves more rapidly than with full-thickness transplants — most patients notice meaningful improvement within 4–8 weeks. No sutures to remove. Steroid drops are continued for 1 year. Regular follow-up includes endothelial cell counts to monitor graft health.

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Benefits

Patients choosing this procedure typically experience the following benefits:

  • No external sutures — lower rejection risk, faster recovery
  • Smaller incision — structurally stronger eye post-operatively
  • Faster visual rehabilitation than penetrating keratoplasty
  • Preserves the patient's own healthy anterior cornea
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Visit us for pdek (pre-descemet's endothelial keratoplasty) near Mumbai

Off-BKC / Kurla

Dr. Mickey's Eye Care Centre – Off-BKC / Kurla

1st Floor, 102, Trellis, opp. Asha Petrol Pump, LBS Marg, Kurla West, Off BKC, Mumbai 400070

Mon–Sat · 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM & 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM+91 79775 05022
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Convenient for patients from

The Off-BKC / Kurla centre serves pdek (pre-descemet's endothelial keratoplasty) patients across Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), LBS Marg, Kurla West, Kalina Market, Santacruz East, Linking Road, Bandra West, Phoenix Marketcity Kurla, Mumbai University Kalina Campus, and surrounding areas of Mumbai. Typical PIN-code coverage: 400070, 400029, 400050, 400055, 400052.

  • Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC)
  • LBS Marg, Kurla West
  • Kalina Market, Santacruz East
  • Linking Road, Bandra West
  • Phoenix Marketcity Kurla
  • Mumbai University Kalina Campus
  • Tim Hortons (Bandra West)
FAQPDEK in Mumbai — frequently asked

Dr. Mickey's Eye Care Centre handles pdek (pre-descemet's endothelial keratoplasty) consultation, evaluation and follow-up across three Mumbai clinics: Off-BKC / Kurla West, Kalina / Santacruz East, and Bandra West. Surgical procedures are performed at our partner facility with Dr Mickey personally operating.

Dr Mickey Dhamejani — MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), FICO (London), MRCS (Edinburgh) — personally handles every consultation and procedure. The same surgeon you consult is the one who performs your treatment and follow-up.

Both replace only the endothelium, but PDEK uses a thinner, more anatomically natural graft (including the pre-Descemet's layer) which adheres better and may give superior visual outcomes. PDEK is technically more demanding to prepare and transplant.

Donor availability varies. Dr. Mickey works with established eye banks to minimise waiting times. We will advise you on expected timelines at your consultation.

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PDEK (Pre-Descemet's Endothelial Keratoplasty) in other Mumbai areas

PDEK in
Bandra West
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Kurla West
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This page is informational only and is not a substitute for medical consultation. Eligibility, outcomes, and risks of any clinical procedure depend on an in-person assessment.