Kolar, June 10, 2025 — In a remarkable demonstration of high-quality cardiac care at a small city facility, the R L Jalappa Narayana Heart Centre in Tamaka, Kolar, successfully performed a complex cardiovascular surgery on a 53-year-old patient with severe multi-valvular heart disease and critical coronary artery involvement. This case shows that advanced cardiac interventions need not require travel to major metropolitan centres, as expertise and technology are available right here in Kolar.
The patient, Mr Fayaz, had a known history of valvular heart disease with severe mitral regurgitation, aortic stenosis, and tricuspid regurgitation, along with a dangerously low ejection fraction of 25 per cent, was presented with left main coronary artery disease. He underwent a combined procedure involving coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), double valve replacement (DVR), and tricuspid valve repair under the expert care of Dr. Murali Babu M, Senior Consultant Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon.
The surgery performed, included the elective use of an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) to support the heart during the critical perioperative period. Despite a post-operative ventricular tachycardia arrest, prompt cardiopulmonary resuscitation and multiple defibrillation shocks stabilised the patient. Careful weaning from ventilator and IABP support followed, leading to a full recovery by day nine post-surgery, with the patient’s ejection fraction improving significantly from 25 per cent to 40 per cent.
This successful case highlights the medical expertise of hospitals like Narayana Heart Centre in smaller cities like Kolar, which are fully capable of managing complex cardiac cases with outcomes comparable to larger centres. Patients can now access best cardiac care close to home, reducing the need for travel and associated burdens.
Dr. Murali Babu M stated, “This case is a testament to the advanced capabilities of our heart centre in Kolar. We are equipped and ready to provide comprehensive cardiac care, ensuring patients receive timely and effective treatment without having to travel far.”
The R L Jalappa Narayana Heart Centre continues to pioneer cardiac care in the region, combining expert surgical skills with state-of-the-art technology to deliver excellent patient outcomes locally.