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Private eye surgery: corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL) to treat keratoconus and prevent further vision loss
Private eye surgery: corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL) to treat keratoconus and prevent further vision loss
Minimal waiting times and exceptional eye care at Midland Eye
What is Keratoconus?
Keratoconus is a degenerative non-inflammatory disease of the cornea (the transparent dome in front of the eye). It causes the cornea to gradually get thinner and change shape. Since the cornea is the primary focusing lens of the eye, any distortions in it lead to a distorted image projected onto the retina, which results in reduced vision.
As the disease progresses, your vision to becomes more blurred and distorted. Patients with keratoconus are usually very short-sighted and have severe astigmatism.
Keratoconus usually appears around puberty and progresses over the years.It affects about 1 in 1,750 people, equally males and females, and occurs in all ethnic groups.
What is corneal collagen cross-linking with riboflavin (vitamin B2) and ultraviolet light, and why should I have it?
Riboflavin/ultraviolet corneal collagen cross-linkage (CXL) is a treatment that stabilises and strengthens the cornea, and stops the progression of keratoconus. Clinical studies have shown that the treatment stops the progression of keratoconus in about 98% of patients and improves the overall corneal shape in the majority of patients. Your doctor may recommend that you have CXL with riboflavin and ultraviolet light because your keratoconus appears to be progressing and he/she believes you will benefit from the treatment.
Midland Eye is a specialist eye clinic led by the UK’s leading ophthalmology consultant doctors. As a world-class centre of excellence for eye surgery, we focus entirely on the treatment and care of patients with a wide range of eye problems, from common complaints to rare conditions that require treatment not available elsewhere in the UK. Our ophthalmic surgeons are renowned throughout the UK and worldwide for their expertise, knowledge and experience.
We offer an all-inclusive self-pay package for corneal collagen cross-linkage (cross-linking) surgery with prices starting from £1800 (terms and conditions apply).
For more information and eligibility criteria, speak to one of our self-pay advisors by calling 0121 667 7894.
How much does it cost?
Midland Eye offers affordable, competitive self-pay packages so you know exactly what to expect.
An inclusive package for corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL) to treat keratoconus and prevent further vision loss is available from
£1,800
Price subject to availability and eligibility criteria. All inclusive prices only available with select consultants. Please check at time of booking.
All-inclusive price does not include the initial consultation. Please see terms and conditions for more information.
How much does it cost?
Midland Eye offers affordable, competitive self-pay packages so you know exactly what to expect.
An inclusive package for a corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL) to treat keratoconus and prevent further vision loss is available from
£1,800
Price subject to availability and eligibility criteria. All inclusive prices only available with select consultants. Please check at time of booking.
All-inclusive price does not include the initial consultation. Please see terms and conditions for more information.
Finance options available
You can spread the cost of your treatment rather than paying for everything up-front by applying for our finance options. More information can be found here. *Terms and conditions apply.
What's included in your inclusive self-pay package?
Personalised treatment plan
We know everyone is different, so your treatment plan will be individually tailored to you and designed to suit your specific healthcare needs and lifestyle
Preoperative care
All pre-operative assessments and any tests or scans undertaken while you are at Parkside Hospital for the procedure will be covered - so no hidden costs or fees
World-class expert team
All inpatient treatment costs as part of your procedure are included. This includes consultant, hospital, nursing, imaging and physiotherapy fees as applicable
Aftercare
Our expert care doesn't end when your procedure does. All aftercare including medication for up to 7 days and one follow-up appointment post-surgery is included in your package
Our patients love Midland Eye with 99% saying they would recommend us to family and friends
Book your appointment now or request a call back
If you are considering paying for your own surgery and need more information or have a price enquiry and would like to speak to our Self-Pay Team, please fill in the form below and one of our team will contact you as soon a possible. Midland Eye Private Hospital offers all-inclusive self-pay packages for patients who wish to fund their own ophthalmology treatment.
For more information and prices, speak to one of our friendly self-pay advisors by calling 0121 667 7894 or click here to book an appointment
