All videos

Cornea transplants could help treat blindness

Corneal problems are the second-biggest cause of blindness worldwide. But there’s a shortage of replacement corneas, with only one cornea for every 70 needed. In 2024, 10 million people are waiting for a transplant. This method use the patient’s own cells to create a unique ink. This is layered to form a new cornea, which perfectly matches the patient’s body and reduces the risk of rejection.

Share:
World Economic Forum logo

Forum Stories newsletter

Bringing you weekly curated insights and analysis on the global issues that matter.

Subscribe today

About us

Engage with us

Quick links

Language editions

Privacy Policy & Terms of Service

Sitemap

© 2025 World Economic Forum