Global Corneal Transplant Market Size To Exceed USD 1.21 Billion By 2035 | CAGR of 11.1%

Global Corneal Transplant Market Size To Exceed USD 1.21 Billion By 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Global Corneal Transplant Market size is expected to Grow from USD 0.38 Billion in 2024 to USD 1.21 Billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 11.1% during the forecast period 2025-2035.

Browse 210 Market Data Tables And 45 Figures Spread Through 190 Pages and In-Depth TOC On the" Global Corneal Transplant Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Procedure Type (Penetrating Keratoplasty, Endothelial Keratoplasty, Descemet Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSAEK), Corneal Graft, Corneal Limbal Stem Cell Transplant and Others), By Indication (Fungal Corneal Ulcer, Bullous Keratopathy, Keratoconus, Keratitis and Others), By End-user (Hospitals, Eye Clinics, and Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 – 2035." Get Detailed Report Description Here:https://www.sphericalinsights.com/reports/corneal-transplant-market     

The Corneal Transplant Market Size involves surgically replacing damaged or diseased corneas with healthy donor tissue or artificial implants to restore vision, alleviate pain, and enhance appearance. These procedures address conditions like keratoconus, Fuchs’ dystrophy, corneal ulcers, and oedema. Market growth is driven by the rising prevalence of corneal disorders, an ageing population, and advancements in surgical techniques such as endothelial keratoplasty (EK). Shortages of donor corneas have accelerated the development of bioengineered and synthetic corneas, particularly expanding access in emerging Asia Pacific and Latin American markets. Innovations like DMEK, DSAEK, and femtosecond laser-assisted surgeries, alongside improved diagnostic tools and expanding eye-bank networks, increase patient access and adoption, while bioengineered and artificial corneas present new growth opportunities. The corneal transplant market is constrained by donor shortages and high costs of surgeries and implants.

The penetrating keratoplasty segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the procedure type, the corneal transplant market is divided into penetrating keratoplasty, endothelial keratoplasty, descemet stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty (DSAEK), corneal graft, corneal limbal stem cell transplant and others. Among these, the penetrating keratoplasty segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The market remains relevant due to widespread surgeon experience and effectiveness for multi-layer corneal disease, despite longer recovery and astigmatism issues. Outcomes and value depend on tissue quality, suturing skill, and post-op care.

The keratoconus segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the indication, the corneal transplant market is divided into fungal corneal ulcer, bullous keratopathy, keratoconus, keratitis and others. Among these, the keratoconus segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Severe ectasia requiring transplantation occurs when lenses or cross-linking fail, with lamellar techniques preferred for biomechanical benefits. Treatment combines topography-guided diagnostics and customized grafts to enhance vision and reduce rejection risk.

The hospitals segment accounted for the highest market revenue in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the end-user, the corneal transplant market is divided into hospitals, eye clinics, and others. Among these, the hospitals segment accounted for the highest market revenue in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Multidisciplinary teams, advanced imaging, and critical care enhance outcomes. Centralized procurement ensures reliable graft supply, while day-surgery protocols and accelerated recovery pathways boost patient flow and financial efficiency.

North America is expected to hold the majority share of the global corneal transplant market during the forecast period.

North America is expected to hold the majority share of the global corneal transplant market during the forecast period. North America’s corneal transplant market is strengthened by established eye-bank networks, mature reimbursement policies, and widespread EK/DSAEK adoption. Research hubs and clinical trials facilitate technology transfer and surgeon training, while initiatives focus on reducing wait times and extending pre-loaded tissue services to secondary centers.

Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow at the fastest pace in the global corneal transplant market during the forecast period. In the Asia Pacific, access to corneal transplants varies widely. Advanced centres enhance surgeon training and eye-bank infrastructure, while emerging regions develop basic services. Public-private collaborations emphasise capacity building, screening initiatives, and fair distribution of corneal transplant resources.

Major vendors in the global corneal transplant market are Alcon Inc., KeraMed, Inc., CorneaGen Inc., Presbia PLC, Carl Zeiss, DIOPTEX, CorNeat Vision Ltd., Medtronic, Auro Laboratories Ltd., CryoLife, Inc., AJL Ophthalmic S.A., Kohler GmbH, Florida Lions Eye Bank, LinkoCare Life Sciences AB, and Others.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Key Market Development 

• In July 2024, Alcon completed its $81M acquisition of BELKIN Vision, with potential additional payments up to $385M based on sales milestones. The deal adds BELKIN’s Direct Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (DSLT) technology to Alcon’s glaucoma portfolio, complementing existing offerings like Hydrus Microstent and pharmaceutical eye drops in the U.S.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the corneal transplant market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Global Corneal Transplant Market, By Procedure Type

• Penetrating Keratoplasty
• Endothelial Keratoplasty
• Descemet Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSAEK)
• Corneal Graft
• Corneal Limbal Stem Cell Transplant
• Others

Global Corneal Transplant Market, By Indication

• Fungal Corneal Ulcer
• Bullous Keratopathy
• Keratoconus
• Keratitis
• Others

Global Corneal Transplant Market, By End-user

• Hospitals
• Eye Clinics
• Others

 Global Corneal Transplant Market, By Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa

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