What is a Fluoroscopic VCUG?
A fluoroscopic VCUG (voiding cystourethrogram) is a procedure done by one of our radiology physicians and technologists in the x-ray department to evaluate your bladder and lower urinary tract. A small tube will be inserted into your bladder. X-ray dye will be injected through that tube and fill your bladder. Once the x-ray dye fills your bladder, x-ray images will be taken. You will be asked to move into different positions to take these x-ray images. You will then be asked to empty your bladder while x-ray images are being taken. You can expect this procedure to take 30-60 minutes. Parents, if your infant is having this procedure your child will be placed in a positioning device called the “cradle”. This will help the physician obtain the best possible images and keep your child safe during the procedure. What should I do before the procedure? There is no specific preparation for this procedure. We ask that you arrive 15-20 minutes before your scheduled procedure time to check-in and
