MRCOG Part 1
Essential Study Topics
Anatomy
Detailed understanding of pelvic structures, reproductive organs, vascular supply, and surgical landmarks.
Biochemistry
Molecular basis of reproduction, hormone synthesis, maternal metabolism, and biochemical disorders in pregnancy.
Biophysics
Principles of imaging, radiation safety, ultrasound physics, and monitoring technologies in clinical care.
Clinical Management
Approaches to diagnosis, treatment, and emergency protocols in obstetrics and gynecology practice.
Data Interpretation
Critical analysis of laboratory results, imaging, cardiotocography, and research data for clinical decisions.
Embryology
Fertilization, implantation, organogenesis, and developmental abnormalities of the fetus and placenta.
Endocrinology
Hormonal control of reproduction, menstrual cycle regulation, endocrine disorders, and pregnancy adaptations.
Genetics
Inheritance patterns, chromosomal disorders, prenatal diagnosis, and principles of genetic counseling.
Immunology
Maternal immune tolerance, Rh isoimmunization, autoimmune conditions, and infection defense in pregnancy.
Microbiology
Bacterial, viral, and parasitic infections in pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, and sepsis management.
Pathology
Gynecological cancers, endometrial and ovarian disease, placental pathology, and mechanisms of pregnancy loss.
Pharmacology
Drug actions, safety in pregnancy and lactation, tocolytics, uterotonics, and therapeutic applications in O&G.
Physiology
Normal reproductive physiology, menstrual cycle, maternal adaptations to pregnancy, and fetal circulation.
Statistics
Study design, risk calculation, diagnostic accuracy, and statistical tools for interpreting medical evidence.