Cardiac technology

Cardiology has blossomed over many years
From 1948, when Framingham got cheers
For teaching us about the ways that doctors can prevent
Diseases of the heart and any cardiac event.

Or in 1929, when Forssmann stole supplies,
To demonstrate that catheters could revolutionize
A way to target therapies with ultimate control—
A pathway to the arteries that many called “too bold”.

Imaging has taken cardiology by storm,
Now, echoes and CT scans are undoubtedly the norm.
Electrocardiography became another feat,
Heralding ablations to correct erratic beats.

Pharmacology has also made tremendous strides
Where anti-rhythm therapies have shadowed glycosides.
Aspirin has a role but trials recently cast doubt.
Newer anti-platelets are slowly breaking out.

As the field advances, we have witnessed this new trend—
Minimize intrusion to achieve a matching end.
With non-invasive monitors and fewer open hearts,
Curious are we to what the future will impart.

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