Statements and Guidelines

RANZCOG is dedicated to providing trusted, independent and evidence-based to support clinical practice in obstetrics and gynaecology across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Please see the RANZCOG Clinical Guidance, RANZCOG Endorsed, RANZCOG Statements, and Relevant External Resources below.

Patient InformationClinical Resources
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A Practitioner’s Toolkit for Managing Menopause (Monash University)GynaecologyRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelines
Antenatal Corticosteroids Given to Women Prior to Birth to Improve Fetal, Infant, Child and Adult Health (Liggins Institute)ObstetricsRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Assessment of Competency (C-Gen 9)GeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Birth After Caesarean (C-Obs 38)

August 2025

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesbac nbac next-birth-after-caesarean repeat-caesarean-birth tolac trial-of-labour-after-caesarean uterine-rupture-risk vbac
Caesarean Birth on Maternal Request CBMR (C-Obs 39)

2023

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesbirth-planning decision-making elective-caesarean perioperative-care planned-caesarean surgical-delivery
Care in Labour in the Absence of Pregnancy Complications (C-Obs 31)

2023

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesintrapartum-monitoring labour-progression midwifery-led-care normal-birth oxytocin pain-relief physiological-labour sepsis supportive-care ultrasound
Categorisation of Urgency for Caesarean Section (C-Obs 14)

2019

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesemergncy-caesarean fetal-compromise intrapartum surgical-prioritisation
Cervical Cancer Screening in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand (C-Gyn 19)

Signposting 2024

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinescancer-prevention cervical-dysplasia colposcopy cytology hpv-screening hpv-testing
Clinical Guideline for Abortion Care

2023

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesanti-d antibiotic-prophylaxis dc decision-aid dilatation-and-curettage early-medical-abortion ema medical-abortion pregnancy-termination rh-d-testing sepsis surgical-abortion telehealth-abortion ultrasound
Care Around Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Clinical Practice Guideline (Stillbirth CRE & PSANZ)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Clinical Handover (WPI 19)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Clinical Training Whilst Pregnant (C-Trg 7)TrainingRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-training statements-guidelines
Communication Between Eligible Midwives and Obstetricians (GP or Specialist) (ACM)GeneralRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Contraception Clinical Guideline (C-Gyn 3)

2024

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesablation contraceptive-counselling emergency-contraception fertility-control hormonal-contraception intrauterine-devices long-acting-reversible-contraception reproductive-planning tubal-ligation
Cross-Border Reproductive Care (C-Gyn 36)

2021

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesaccess-to-care assisted-reproduction donor-gametes ethical-considerations fertility-tourism ivf regulatory-differences surrogacy
Credentialing in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (WPI 23)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Cultural Competency (WPI 20)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Delivery of Fetus at Caesarean Birth (C-Obs 37)

2019

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesfetal-head-delivery intraoperative-complications maternal-safety obstetric-surgery operative-techniques surgical-extraction training-skills
Decision Aids to Accompany Fatigue Risk Management in Obstetric and Gynaecological Practice (WPI 18)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Cultural Safety Statement of IntentGeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Diagnosis and Management of Suspected Fetal Macrosomia (C-Obs 65)

2021

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesdiabetes-risk fetal-growth-assessment fetal-monitoring induction large-for-gestational-age risk-assessment shoulder-dystocia ultrasound
Early Pregnancy Screening and Prevention of Preterm Preeclampsia and Related Complications (C-Obs 61)

2024

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesantenatal-corticosteroids cervical-length-assessment fetal-fibronectin high-blood-pressure high-risk-pregnancy hypertension neonatal-care perinatal preterm-labour-risk progesterone-therapy risk-assessment screening tocolysis ultrasound
Driving after Abdominal Surgery Including Caesarean Section (C-Gen 21)GeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Australian Living Evidence Guideline: EndometriosisGynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesablation adenomyosis dysmenorrhoea endometrioma excision heavy-menstrual-bleeding heavy-periods hysterectomy infertility laparoscopy pelvic-pain screening ultrasound
Exercise During Pregnancy (C-Obs 62)

2020

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesantenatal cardiovascular fitness gestational-weight maternal-risk neonatal-care pelvic-floor perinatal-exercise perinatal-physical-activity postpartum-recovery
Fatigue Risk Management in Obstetric and Gynaecological Practice (WPI 18)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Evidence-based Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology (C-Gen 15)GeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Fetal Growth Restriction: Screening, Diagnosis, and Management in Singleton Pregnancies (SOGC)ObstetricsRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) (C-Gyn 1)

2023

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinescultural-health-practices female-genital-cutting fgc infection maternal-health obstetric-complications perineal-reconstruction postpartum risk-assessment sexual-health-impacts trauma-informed-care
Genetic Carrier Screening (C-Obs 63)

Interim Update Jul 2024

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines3-gene-panel cystic-fibrosis fragile-x-syndrome genetic-risk infertility inherited-conditions neonatal-care pan-ethnic-carrier-screening partner-testing pre-pregnancy-screening prenatal-decision-making recessive-disorders reproductive-carrier-screening reproductive-planning risk-assessment spinal-muscular-atrophy
Fibroids in Infertility (C-Gyn 27)

2018

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesassisted-reproduction hysteroscopy implantation-failure infertility laparoscopy myomectomy pelvic-mass reproductive-outcomes risk-assessment screening submucosal-fibroids uterine-myomas
Guidance for Healthy Weight Gain in Pregnancy (Ministry of Health NZ)ObstetricsRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Guidelines for Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine (C-Gyn 18)

Signposting 2024

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinescervical-cancer-prevention cervical-screening immunisation-schedule infection maternal-health neonatal-care risk-assessment vaccination
Guidelines for Appointment of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists to Specialist Positions in Australia and New Zealand (WPI 17)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Guidelines for the Use of Rh(D) Immunoglobulin (Anti-D) in Obstetrics (C-Obs 6)

2019

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesalloimmunisation-prevention antenatal-antibodies blood-group haemolytic-disease maternal-health neonatal-care postpartum-prophylaxis prophylactic-injections risk screening sensitising-events
Guidelines for Performing Gynaecological Endoscopic Procedures (C-Trg 2)TrainingRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-training statements-guidelines
Guidelines for Patient Record Management on the Discontinuation of Practice (WPI 8)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Guidelines for Scanning of Live Subjects for Teaching Purposes (WPI 21)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Gynaecological Examinations and Procedures (C-Gyn 30)

2020

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesanatomical-landmark cervical-examination clinical-procedure consent hysteroscopy laparoscopy maternal-health outpatient-procedure pelvic-assessment pelvic-floor risk-assessment speculum
Guidelines for Training in Advanced Endoscopic Surgery (C-Trg 1)TrainingRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-training statements-guidelines
Guidelines for Visiting Surgeons Conducting Demonstration Sessions (C-Gen 6)GeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Home Births (C-Obs 2)

2023

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesbirth-plan community-birth emergency-contingency-planning labour-support midwifery-led-care neonatal-safety planned-birth risk-assessment transfer-protocols
Instrumental Vaginal Birth (C-Obs 16)

2020

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesfetal-head-position fetal-monitoring forceps-delivery neonatal-care neonatal-monitoring operative-vaginal-indications perineal-trauma risk-assessment second-stage-management vacuum-extraction
Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy (RCOG Green-top Guideline No. 43)ObstetricsRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Interview and Selection of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists for Visiting Medical Officers, Salaried Medical Officers and Academic Staff in Australia (WPI 4)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Intrapartum Fetal Surveillance (IFS) (C-Obs 1) (Version 5.1)

March 2026

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinescardiotocography ctg doppler fbs fetal-blood-sampling fetal-scalp-stimulation fetal-surveillance-education-program fsep fss ia intermittent-auscultation monitoring-baby-during-labour pinard risk-assessment tocolysis ultrasound umbilical-cord-blood-sampling uterine-hyperstimulation
Investigation of Intermenstrual and Postcoital Bleeding (C-Gyn 6)

2021

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesabnormal-uterine-bleeding aub cervical-pathology colposcopy dc dilation-and-curettage heavy-menstrual-bleeding heavy-periods hormonal-disorders hysteroscopy pelvic-ultrasound screening
Joint RANZCOG/ANZCA/RACGP Position Statement on the Provision of Obstetric Anaesthesia and Analgesia Services (WPI 14)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Locum Positions in Specialist Obstetric and Gynaecological Practice in Australia and New Zealand (WPI 12)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Management of Breech Presentation (C-Obs 11)

2021

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesbirth-planning bottom-first ecv external-cephalic-version feet-first fetal-positioning intrapartum-criteria mode-of-birth risk-assessment vaginal-breech-birth
Management of Gestational Trophoblastic Disease (C-Gyn 31)

2017

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelineschemotherapy choriocarcinoma fertility-preservation follow-up hcg-monitoring molar-pregnancy surveillance tumour-monitoring uterine-evacuation
Management of Hepatitis C in Pregnancy (C-Obs 51)

2020

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesantiviral-therapy blood-borne-viruses breastfeeding hep-c infection liver-function neonatal-testing obstetric-precautions vertical-transmission-risk viral-transmission
Management of Monochorionic Twin Pregnancy (C-Obs 42)

2021

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelineschorionicity-assessment fetal-complications fetal-monitoring neonatal-care preterm-birth-risk risk-assessment selective-growth-restriction serial-ultrasound twin-monitoring-protocols twin-to-twin-transfusion
Management of Obesity in Pregnancy (C-Obs 49)

2022

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesanaesthetic-considerations bmi diabetes fetal-growth-issues gestational-weight-gain hypertension labour-management maternal-health metabolic-complications screening-protocols
Management of Perinatal Infections (ASID)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Management of Postpartum Haemorrhage (PPH) (C-Obs 43)

2021

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesactive-third-stage blood-loss haemostatic-therapies heavy-bleeding labour massive-transfusion obstetric-emergency oxytocin surgical-interventions uterine-atony
Managing Menopausal Symptoms (C-Gyn 9)

Under Review 2020

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesgenitourinary gus hormone-therapy hot-flush hrt mht night-sweats urogenital vasomotor vms
Maternal and Perinatal Data Collection (C-Obs 40)

2021

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesclinical-indicators data-standards hospital-reporting national-benchmarking obstetric-outcomes perinatal-epidemiology quality-improvement
Maternal Group B Streptococcus in Pregnancy Screening and Management (C-Obs 19)

2019

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesantibiotics colonisation-risk early-onset-infection infection neonatal-sepsis obstetric-protocols prevention-strategies vaginal-rectal-swab
Managing the Adnexa at the Time of Hysterectomy for Benign Gynaecological Disease (C-Gyn 25)

2023

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesadnexal-cyst adnexal-surgery adnexal-tumor bgd fallopian-tube hysterectomy hysteroscopy laparoscopy ovarian-conservation ovaries pelvic-anatomy salpingectomy surgery
Measurement of Cervical Length for Prediction of Preterm Birth (C-Obs 27)

2021

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinescerclage-selection fetal-fibronectin funneling high-risk-pregnancy preterm-prediction progesterone-therapy screening short-cervix ultrasound
Obstetric and Gynaecology Services in Rural and Remote Regions in Australia (C-Obs 34)

2020

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesaccess barrier distance emergency-retrieval equity service telehealth training workforce-shortage
Placenta Accreta Spectrum (PAS) (C-Obs 20)

2023

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesabnormal-placentation antenatal-imaging complex-caesarean haemorrhage multidisciplinary-care placenta-percreta placental-invasion risk-assessment surgical-planning ultrasound
International Evidence-Based Guideline for the Assessment and Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)GynaecologyRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelines
Performance of Sexual Assault Forensic Examinations by RANZCOG Trainees (C-Gen 12)GeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Polypropylene Vaginal Mesh Implants for Vaginal Prolapse (C-Gyn 20)

2021

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelineshysterectomy laparoscopy pelvic-floor pelvic-organ-prolapse surgery urogynaecology
Position Statement on Midurethral Slings (C-Gyn 32)

2020

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinescontinence-surgery pelvic-floor prolapse risk-assessment stress-incontinence synthetic-mesh urinary-incontinence urodynamic-consideration
Position Statement on Breastfeeding and Lactation in the WorkplaceGeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Robotic Assisted Surgery in Gynaecology, Urogynaecology and Gynae-oncology (C-Gyn 29)

March 2026

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelineshysterectomy laparoscopy minimally-invasive-surgery operation surgical technology training
Power Morcellation at Minimally Invasive Procedures (C-Gyn 33) (Previously “Tissue Extraction”)

2022

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelineshysterectomy laparoscopy occult-malignancy-risk perioperative safety specimen-containment surgery tissue-extraction uterine-fibroids
Position Statement on the Appropriate Use of Diagnostic Ultrasound (C-Gen 10)GeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Pre-Pregnancy and Pregnancy Related Vaccinations (C-Obs 44)

Signposting Interim Update Oct 2024

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesantenatal-immunology breastfeeding fetal-protection immune immunisation influenza-vaccine live-vaccine maternal-antibodies pertussis-prevention preventable-disease risk-assessment
Pre-Pregnancy Counselling (C-Obs 3a)

2024

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesantenatal-preparation bmi chronic-disease-optimisation contraception diabetes fertility-expectations genetic-risk-discussion lifestyle-modification medication-review ovulation pre-conception preventable-disease reproductive-planning travel
Prevention and Management of Postpartum Haemorrhage (RCOG Green-top Guideline No. 52)ObstetricsRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Prevention of Congenital Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Infection (C-Obs 64)

Interim Update July 2023

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelineschildcare-exposure congenital-infection hygiene-measures mother-to-child-transmission mtct neonatal-outcomes pregnancy-precautions serology-testing viral-transmission
Prevention, Detection, and Management of Subgaleal Haemorrhage in the Newborn (C-Obs 28)

2021

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelineshead-swelling hypovolaemia neonatal resuscitation risk scalp-injury vacuum-extraction
Progesterone Use in the Second and Third Trimester of Pregnancy for the Prevention of Preterm Birth (C-Obs 29b)

2017

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinescervical-insufficiency high-risk-pregnancy hormonal-therapy luteal-support
Prophylactic Antibiotics in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (C-Gen 17)

2021

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesdc dilation-and-curettage infection-prevention laparoscopy perioperative-protocols procedure sepsis surgery
RANZCOG Training Registrar Supervision Guideline (C-Trg 5)TrainingRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-training statements-guidelines
RANZCOG Position Statement Health of Women Seeking Asylum, Refugees and Women Held in DetentionGeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
RANZCOG Wellbeing Position StatementGeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Responsibility for Neonatal Resuscitation at Birth (C-Obs 32)

Interim Update Mar 2023

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesairway-support apgar-response hypoxia-management intrapartum newborn-transition protocol thermal-regulation
Reproductive Health for Women with an Intellectual Disability (C-Gyn 10)

2021

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesconsent contraception decision-making sexual-education supported-care
Routine Antenatal Assessment in the Absence of Pregnancy Complications (C-Obs 3b)

2022

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesamniocentesis antenatal-schedule anti-d aph blood-pressure monitoring pregnancy-risk-factors screening
Screening and Diagnosis of Fetal Structural Anomalies and Chromosome Conditions (C-Obs 35)

2024

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesamniocentesis aneuploidies anomaly cfts chromosomal-microarray cvs first-trimester-combined-screening genetic-counselling genetic-testing nipt non-invasive-prenatal-testing prenatal-assessment prenatal-diagnosis scan second-trimester-maternal-serum-screening standard-karyotype structural-conditions structural-defects ultrasound
Sacrocolpopexy Clinical Guidance Statement (C-Gyn 37)

2022

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesgraft mesh-repair pelvic-organ-prolapse urogynaecology vaginal-prolapse vault-suspension
Shoulder Dystocia (RCOG Green-top Guideline No. 42)ObstetricsRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Semi-Retired RANZCOG Fellow (WPI 24)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Shared Maternity Care in Australia (WPI 9)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Sexuality-Related Communication (WHO)GeneralRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Stand-Alone Primary Midwifery-Led Units (WPI 15)Workforce and Practice IssuesRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-workforce statements-guidelines
Statement on Climate Change (2019)GeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Statement on Prolonged Exposure to Bushfire Smoke and Poor Air Quality (2020)GeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Subclinical Hypothyroidism and Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy (C-Obs 46)

2022

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesendocrine-disorders evothyroxine fetal-neurodevelopment pregnancy-metabolism thyroid-dysfunction tsh-monitoring
Substance Use in Pregnancy Clinical Guideline (C-Obs 53)

2024

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesabstinence alcohol cannabis dependency exposure harm-reduction maternal-fetal-medicine neonatal-abstinence neonatal-harms nicotine opioid-use polysubstance-use pre-pregnancy-counselling prevention screening smoking
Term Prelabour Rupture of Membranes (Term PROM) (C-Obs 36)

2021

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinesgbs induction infection intrapartum labour-onset maternal-monitoring prelabour
Tamoxifen and the Endometrium (C-Gyn 12)

2019

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesabnormal-bleeding endometrial-thickening hormone hyperplasia hysteroscopy pelvic-floor surveillance
Surrogacy in Australia and New Zealand (C-Gen 16)GeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
The Initial Management of Chronic Pelvic Pain (RCOG Green-top Guideline No. 41)GynaecologyRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelines
The Management of Third and Fourth Degree Perineal Tears (RCOG Green-top Guideline No. 29)ObstetricsRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
The Management of Women with Red Cell Antibodies During Pregnancy (RCOG Green-top Guideline No. 65)ObstetricsRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
The Prevention and Elimination of Disrespect and Abuse During Facility-based Childbirth (WHO)GeneralRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Timing of Planned Caesarean Section at Term (C-Obs 23)

2022

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinescaesarean-birth delivery-planning elective-caesarean-caesarean-section elective-surgery gestational-age-selection maternal-considerations morbidity perioperative-optimisation surgical-scheduling
Umbilical Cord Prolapse (RCOG Green-top Guideline No. 50)ObstetricsRelevant External Resourceuseful-clinical-guidancestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Use of Prostaglandins for Induction of Labour (C-Obs 22)

2019

ObstetricsRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelinescervical-ripening induction labour-augmentation labour-ripening oxytocin protocols uterine-contractility
Use of Lasers in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (C-Trg 4)TrainingRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-training statements-guidelines
Use of the Veress Needle to Obtain Pneumoperitoneum Prior to Laparoscopy (C-Gyn 7)

2021

GynaecologyRANZCOG Clinical Guidanceranzcog-clinical-guidelinestatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelinesabdominal-insufflation complication-avoidance hysterectomy laparoscopic-access minimally-invasive-entry operative-setup surgical-access surgical-safety trocar-technique
Uterine Artery Embolisation for the Treatment of Uterine Fibroids (C-Gyn 23)

2020

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Vaginal Rejuvenation and Cosmetic Vaginal Procedures (C-Gyn 24)

2019

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Vasa Praevia (C-Obs 47)

July 2025

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Vitamin and Mineral Supplementation and Pregnancy (C-Obs 25)

2019

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Water Immersion During Labour and Birth (C-Obs 24)

2021

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Miscarriage, Recurrent Miscarriage and Ectopic Pregnancy (C-Gyn 38)

2025

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Australasian Diabetes in Pregnancy Society (ADIPS) 2025 Consensus Recommendations for the Screening, Diagnosis and Classification of Gestational DiabetesObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Guideline on the Prophylactic Use of Rh-D Immunoglobin in Pregnancy CareObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Perinatal Mental Health Clinical Practice Guideline (Centre of Perinatal Excellence – COPE)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Position Statement: Reusable Surgical Gowns (Royal Australasian College of Surgeons)Gynaecology, ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Clinical Guideline: Smoking Cessation in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding (Quit Victoria)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Hypertension in Pregnancy Guideline (SOMANZ)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Guideline on Procedural Sedation (ANZCA)Gynaecology, ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Cervical Screening Guidelines and Endorsement (Cancer Council Australia)GynaecologyRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelines
Managing Infant Formula Donations, Procurement and Distribution in Emergencies (Australian Breastfeeding Association)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Vitamin D Deficiency Guideline (Te Whatu Ora)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
National Recommendations for Rare Disease Health Care (Rare Disease Awareness, Education, Support and Training RArEST Project)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Australian Evidence-Based Guideline for Unexplained Infertility (NHMRC)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Clinical Indications for Pharmacogenomic Testing (RCPA)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Guideline for Newborn Screening for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (UNSW)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Assessment and Management of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB) in Non-Pregnant Women of Reproductive Age (Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
ARF/RHD Guidelines (Menzies School for Health Research)GynaecologyRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelines
Premature Ovarian Insufficiency Guideline (ESHRE)GynaecologyRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-gynaecology statements-guidelines
Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) Testing (University of Sydney)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Supporting Diverse Families: Clinical Staff Resources (Red Nose)

 

 

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Clinical Practice Guideline for Neonatal Hypoglycaemia (University of Auckland)ObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Implanon NXT® (etonogestrel) Subdermal Implant Training Recommendations for Healthcare Professionals in Australia

 

 

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Australian Clinical Guidelines on HTLV-1 for Aboriginal Primary Health Care SettingsObstetricsRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-obstetrics statements-guidelines
Clinical Standards For Australian Secondary Fracture Prevention Services (SOSFA)GeneralRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Volunteering or Working in Women’s Healthcare in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (C-Gen 22)GeneralRANZCOG Statementsranzcog-statementsstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Statement on Decommissioning Nitrous Oxide Medical Gas Pipeline SystemsGeneralRANZCOG Endorsedranzcog-endorsedstatements-guidelines-general statements-guidelines
Consent and Provision of Information to Patients Regarding Proposed Treatment (C-Gen 2)

June 2026

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About our statements and guidelines

RANZCOG is dedicated to providing trusted, independent, and evidence-based guidance in women’s health across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Evidence-based clinical guidelines are central to the delivery of high-quality health care as they define standards of care, support professional consistency, and uphold quality and safety.

RANZCOG offers a range of resources intended to support clinical practice in obstetrics and gynaecology. These resources are provided for general informational purposes and should be applied in the context of individual clinical judgement and patient circumstances.

If you have a suggestion for a new guideline topic, you can submit it via our nomination form.

Alongside our clinical guidance, you’ll also find resources on training, workforce and practice Issues, as well as documents currently endorsed by RANZCOG and selected external materials.

Types of statements and guidelines

RANZCOG Clinical Guidance

This includes all RANZCOG evidence-based clinical guidelines and signposting guidelines.

RANZCOG clinical guideline development processes adhere to standards set by the NHMRC, which recommend the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) framework for developing and presenting summaries of evidence. RANZCOG clinical guidelines will generally be reviewed on a five-year cycle, notwithstanding special circumstances.

Signposting guidelines include guidance developed by external organisations that has undergone a structured process of review and appraisal by RANZCOG to assess relevance to its audience. Signposting is intended to reduce duplication where guidance developed by another organisation aligns with RANZCOG’s prioritisation requirements. RANZCOG does not warrant the accuracy or currency of external content. Signposting guidelines will generally be reviewed on a five year cycle, unless special circumstances require earlier review.

RANZCOG Endorsed

The College may be invited to endorse a document or guideline that has been developed by an external organisation. All documents or guidelines endorsed by RANZCOG undergo an established process of review and approval.

RANZCOG endorsement is typically valid for three years, after which, the document may be removed from the RANZCOG website, and the requesting organisation will need to re-submit the document for endorsement in accordance with RANZCOG’s endorsement application process.

Endorsement does not constitute a warranty of the accuracy, completeness, or ongoing currency of the content.

RANZCOG Statements

RANZCOG statements provide guidance related to safe work practices, training, and workforce. These statements clarify expected standards of care and support alignment between curriculum, assessment and clinical practice to inform broader service planning.

They are intended to support consistent and safe clinical and professional practice but should be interpreted in light of individual circumstances and evolving evidence.

Relevant External Resources

RANZCOG relevant external resources include materials that provide additional guidance on topics that may not fit the criteria to be a RANZCOG Guideline, RANZCOG Endorsed, or a RANZCOG Statement.

These materials are identified as potentially useful resources for the RANZCOG audience. These materials are subject to periodic review and may be removed where no longer considered relevant or where updated guidance becomes available.

RANZCOG does not warrant the accuracy or currency of external content.

Disclaimer

RANZCOG reviews clinical guidelines, statements, and patient information pamphlets on a five-year rotation, notwithstanding special circumstances. The number of documents that require review in any given year is large, and on occasion RANZCOG may be unable to complete all reviews within the designated time frame. Some of these documents will not require updating at the time they are reviewed. In these cases, the version date and the year for next review will be updated, but the content remains unchanged.

The ‘due for review date’ on a document is an administrative tool that helps RANZCOG to keep track of its information resources. It does not mean that the information is no longer relevant once the review date has passed. The information within these documents does not expire, however changes to treatments, practices and advice may occur over time, which is why RANZCOG regularly reviews and updates them (if necessary). The information provided in these documents is of a general nature and is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment by a qualified health professional. An individual’s specific circumstances should always be considered when medical decisions are made.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, RANZCOG does not warrant the accuracy, completeness or currency of the information and is not liable for any loss or damage arising from reliance on this information.

RANZCOG will prioritise information for review if the circumstances warrant it.

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