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Unsilenced Blog
Resources for VCUG Trauma, Recovery, & Healing


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


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


What Do Mermaids & I Have in Common?
A VCUG Retelling b y Alivia D.I. One moment, I was running on the playground at an elementary school. My classmates and friends' laughter...
Mar 15, 2024


I “Forgot” My VCUG Test. It Made No Difference.
In this blog, Unsilenced founder Shelby Smith shares her VCUG story.
Mar 8, 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
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