Induction of foetal asystole refers to the medical procedure that intentionally causes the cessation of the foetal heart (cardioplegia). In the context of abortions at advanced gestations, ...

As part of its evolving education offering, FIGO is delighted to launch its first capacity strengthening online course: ...

We are proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 FIGO and Chien-Tien Hsu Fellowship in Gynaecologic Oncology: Dr Pedro H.

FIGO regularly issues statements and joint statements.Adolescence and Youth Health Adolescent Health Menopausal Age Reproductive Age Breast Health FIGO World Congress FIGO Regional Congress FIGO CPD ...

Anaemia is an under-recognised and undertreated chronic state that adversely impacts more than 2 billion people worldwide, predominantly women, the fetus and children. 1 Iron deficiency is the most ...

The Committee on Women at Menopausal Age employs evidence-based strategies for comprehensive analysis of the root causes of health challenges specific to older women.

This document complements FIGO’s Statement – Childbirth: A Bill of Rights – and highlights the need for global health system strengthening efforts and the importance of respectful care.

Each member society is committed to supporting FIGO's aim for women of the world to achieve the highest possible standards of physical, mental, reproductive and sexual health and wellbeing throughout ...

Pre-eclampsia: a global health issueMay 2019, FIGO released Guidelines to combat pre-eclampsia, and calls for all women to receive first-trimester screening.

Achondroplasia, the most common form of skeletal dysplasia, presents unique challenges in pregnancy due to its impact on bone growth and thoracic development. Though rare, these cases require highly ...

FIGO regards reproductive choice, including access to safe abortion services, as a basic and non-negotiable tool for ensuring the human rights of every woman, not just in one region or country, but ...

The FIGO Generic Postpartum Haemorrhage Protocol and Care Pathways document is now available to download online in English and in French.