First Artificial Cornea Transplant in England Marks Medical Milestone

91-year-old Cecil Farley's successful surgery offers hope for reducing reliance on human cornea donations

Cecil Farley, 91, is the first patient in England to receive an artificial cornea after a failed human cornea transplant.
The new artificial cornea, EndoArt, is surgically attached and aims to reduce reliance on human donations.
Initial results show improved vision for patients, offering a promising alternative to human cornea transplants.
NHS Foundation Trust has successfully implanted artificial corneas in four patients so far.
NHS officials see artificial corneas as a significant advancement in eye care, potentially easing transplant waiting lists.