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Unsilenced Blog
Resources for VCUG Trauma, Recovery, & Healing


Unpacking the Different Layers of VCUG Trauma
In this blog, we unpack the different layers of VCUG trauma that patients experience in childhood and adulthood.
Feb 26, 2025


What Health Effects Do VCUG Survivors Have in Common?
Learn about the health effects that former VCUG patients share in our new blog.
Feb 17, 2025


"The Haunting"
In "The Haunting," Derek shares a courageous story of coming to terms with the anger and grief of VCUG trauma.
Nov 6, 2024


When Are Children “Too Young” to Remember VCUG Trauma?
In this blog, we discuss how age affects children's memories of pediatric VCUG.
Oct 25, 2024


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


To Prove Something
A piece about feeling like you need to prove your suffering to people, and how I overcame that feeling.
Aug 27, 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


VCUG Impact Statement by Riley A.
In this impact statement, Riley, an Unsilenced survivor, courageously shares the life-altering impacts of VCUG in childhood and adulthood.
May 22, 2024


The Offense of a Sticker
A VCUG survivor shares her experience with prizes after VCUG. Read more in our blog.
May 20, 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
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