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.