PIC Cystogram vs VCUG for Children Having Urological Surgery
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to take pictures of the bladder during surgery: the PIC cystogram (a newer method) and the standard VCUG (an X-ray test). It is for children having endoscopic urological surgery, and may help doctors choose the best imaging method for your child.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between birth and 18 years old.
- Your child is going to have a type of urological surgery done with a small camera (endoscopic surgery).
- Your child either has had a VCUG (a special X-ray of the bladder) in the past, or it's okay if they haven't had one.
- Your child must not have had prior surgery for reflux or to reimplant the ureters.
- Your child must not have a condition called neurogenic bladder or severe lower urinary tract problems.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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