Dr Makam Nagaraj

Dr Makam Nagaraj is a Senior Consultant Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon in Bangalore with over 26 years of experience. His areas of expertise include CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting), heart valve repair and replacement, aortic surgery, thoracic surgery, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, and complex redo cardiac procedures. Patients from Bangalore and surrounding areas consult him for the evaluation and surgical management of complex heart and chest conditions.

CABG, also known as coronary artery bypass surgery, may be recommended when one or more coronary arteries are significantly narrowed or blocked, restricting blood flow to the heart muscle. It may be considered for patients with severe coronary artery disease, persistent symptoms, or certain patterns of coronary blockages that require surgical treatment. Dr Makam Nagaraj evaluates each patient’s condition and recommends an appropriate treatment approach based on their cardiac health and diagnostic findings.

Heart valve surgery may be required when a valve becomes narrowed (stenosis) or does not close properly (regurgitation), affecting normal blood flow through the heart. Conditions such as rheumatic heart disease, congenital valve abnormalities, infections affecting the valves, and age-related valve degeneration may require surgical evaluation. Depending on the condition, doctors may consider valve repair or replacement.

Aortic surgery treats certain serious conditions affecting the aorta, including aortic aneurysms and aortic dissections. These conditions can potentially lead to life-threatening complications if not diagnosed and managed appropriately. Dr Makam Nagaraj provides surgical evaluation and treatment for patients with complex aortic conditions, based on the type, location, and severity of the disease.

Thoracic surgery involves procedures affecting structures within the chest, including the lungs, pleura, mediastinum, and chest wall. Depending on the patient’s condition, thoracic surgery may be considered for certain lung diseases, chest tumours, pleural disorders, and other conditions involving the chest cavity. Dr Makam Nagaraj evaluates patients to determine the most appropriate surgical approach.

Minimally invasive cardiac surgery involves performing selected heart procedures through smaller incisions than those typically used in conventional open-heart surgery. For appropriately selected patients, minimally invasive techniques may offer benefits such as smaller surgical incisions, reduced blood loss, and potentially shorter recovery periods. Suitability depends on the patient’s condition, anatomy, and type of procedure required.

Redo cardiac surgery refers to a second or subsequent cardiac operation after a previous heart surgery. It may become necessary because of issues such as deterioration of a previously treated heart valve, blockage of bypass grafts, infection, or progression of underlying heart disease. Because repeat cardiac procedures can be complex, they require careful assessment, surgical planning, and specialised expertise.

A cardiac surgical consultation may be appropriate if you have significant coronary artery disease, heart valve disease, certain aortic conditions, congenital heart problems, or if your cardiologist has recommended surgical treatment. A cardiac surgeon can review your diagnostic reports and explain whether surgery, another procedure, or continued medical management may be appropriate for your condition.

Before heart surgery, patients typically undergo a detailed medical evaluation that may include blood tests, imaging studies, cardiac investigations, and an assessment of overall health and surgical risk. After surgery, patients receive monitoring, medication management, rehabilitation guidance, and follow-up care. Recovery time varies by procedure type, individual health, and response to treatment.

Dr Makam Nagaraj has over 26 years of experience in cardiothoracic and vascular surgery, with expertise in procedures such as CABG, valve surgery, aortic surgery, thoracic surgery, minimally invasive cardiac procedures, and complex redo cardiac surgery. Patients can discuss their condition, available treatment options, potential risks, and expected recovery with the surgical team