Midazolam Effect in Children Undergoing Voiding Cystourethrogram (VCUG)

A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study Examining the Efficacy of Oral Midazolam in Reducing Anxiety in Children Undergoing Voiding Cystourethrogram

The purpose of this research is to validate the common administration of oral midazolam to children prior to voiding cystourethrogram (VCUG) to see if this will significantly decrease children's anxiety and make the experience less traumatic.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age 2-6 years
• Toilet trained
• English speaking
• Already scheduled for VCUG

Exclusion Criteria:

• Allergic to midazolam
• Active UTI
• Known urethral stricture
• Known urethral reconstruction
• Has history of abnormal sensation in pelvic area
• Has history of sexual abuse
• Has severe developmental delay
• Has diagnosis of anxiety disorders