Why is gynecology still using a Civil War-era tool?

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2 articles from 2 sources across the spectrum· Updated 63d ago

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Same wire story as other lanes. No original Left take here.

Southern MinnesotaLean Left· 63d ago· ran in 2 outlets

Why is gynecology still using a Civil War-era tool?

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KVIA El PasoCenter· 63d ago· ran in 2 outlets

Why is gynecology still using a Civil War-era tool?

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A blind spot on this side of the story.

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