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, ...

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

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

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 ...

Cosmetic genital surgeries in women—such as labiaplasty, clitoral hood reduction, hymenoplasty, vaginoplasty, and laser-based procedures—have seen a notable rise in popularity in recent years. In ...

FIGO is proud to unveil a landmark special section in the International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics (IJGO), focused on oncofertility cryopreservation—a critical and growing field that bridges ...

We are delighted to announce a new collaboration between FIGO, the International Confederation of Midwives (ICM), the UN’s Special Programme in Human Reproduction (HRP) and the World Health ...

In recognition of the need for a world federation to address the threat of toxic environmental chemicals to human reproductive and developmental health on the global stage, the International ...

The FIGO Committee on Reproductive Medicine, Endocrinology and Infertility has published a paper that explores the ethical concerns and core principles surrounding gamete donation. This position ...

The FIGO Committee on the Impact of Pregnancy on Long Term Health has published new best practice advice on managing pregnancy after cancer treatment in the International Journal of Gynecology & ...