In this episode, we discuss which laparoscopic ports need to be closed and how. Plus, we discuss more evidence that the current narrative about maternal mortality in the US is false. Finally, we answer listener questions about oxytocin protocols and the history and utility of the Bishop's Score.

00:00:02 Closing Laparoscopic Ports
00:13:32 The Maternal Mortality Rate Debate
00:21:04 Maternal Mortality Misconceptions and Progress
00:30:30 Maternal Mortality Misconceptions and Data Accuracy
00:39:27 The Bishop's Score
00:45:41 Debating Oxytocin and Labor Policies

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