Following a voiding cystourethrogram (VCUG) your child may feel pain while they urinate. Learn how to reduce discomfort from VCUG catheterization.
A voiding cystourethrogram (VCUG) uses X-rays to look at how well your child's bladder works during urination. Read about what to expect during a VCUG.
Find out what to expect if you have a child with posterior urethral valves (PUV). This document reviews the condition and how it is managed with medications, tests, interventions and surgeries.
A ureteral reimplant is an operation that stops urine, or pee, from going back into the kidneys from the bladder. Learn how to care for your child at home after the procedure.
A video urodynamics study (VUDS) is a test done by your child’s doctor that provides information about how well your child’s bladder is working.
Learn about the medications, interventions and surgeries used to manage posterior urethral valves in children.
Learn how a direct radionuclide cystogram is done and how it shows any problems in the bladder.
Bladder retraining can help your child follow a voiding routine, stay dry and avoid accidents.
Clean intermittent catheterization is a technique for children who need to use a catheter to empty their bladder. Read these step-by-step instructions for children with male anatomy.
Urethral prolapse occurs when a girl's urethra becomes swollen and sticks out. Learn about what causes urethral prolapse and how it is treated.
Clean intermittent catheterization is a technique for children who need to use a catheter to empty their bladder. Read these step-by-step instructions for children with female anatomy.
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