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Unsilenced Blog
Resources for VCUG Trauma, Recovery, & Healing


VCUG Stories: Real Experiences with Pediatric VCUGs
Real pediatric VCUG experiences from parents and patients.
Jul 8, 2025


Are There Alternatives to VCUG?
In this blog, we discuss safe and available alternatives to VCUG, the gold-standard test for diagnosing kidney reflux (VUR) in children.
Mar 31, 2025


Processing Anger as a VCUG Survivor
In this blog, we review tips for processing anger after VCUG trauma.
Mar 24, 2025


Why Is a VCUG Painful?
In this blog, we discuss 7 reasons why pediatric VCUGs are painful for children.
Sep 16, 2024


“Medically Sanctioned Rape”: In Defense of VCUG Survivors
This blog explores the legal principles of VCUG, medical malpractice, and informed consent in pediatric urology.
Jul 10, 2024


When Does VCUG Constitute Medical Malpractice?
In this blog, we discuss medical malpractice during pediatric VCUG and legal remedies for pursuing justice.
Jun 1, 2024


The Ethical Dilemma of the Voiding Cystourethrogram
A brief breakdown of the ethics of voiding cystourethrogram (VCUG).
May 4, 2024


Who Is Responsible for Disclosing VCUG Risks to Families?
Who is responsible for disclosing the risks of VCUG? Learn more in our blog.
Apr 16, 2024


4 Studies That Directly Contradict VCUG Promotion in 2024
In this blog, we’ll explore 4 studies that directly contradict the promotion of VCUG by major hospitals in 2024.
Mar 6, 2024


Is There a Standardized Protocol for VCUG?
In this blog, we review critical research that supports the need to standardize VCUG referral, performance, and follow-up across institutions.
Feb 27, 2024


5 Myths About Pediatric VCUG
In this blog, we debunk 5 common myths about pediatric VCUG.
Feb 17, 2024


Is the VCUG a “Sexual” Procedure?
In this blog, we discuss the sexual elements of VCUG and its potential for sexual trauma in pediatric patients.
Dec 11, 2023
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