2016
Gender is a determinative factor in the initial clinical presentation of eosinophilic esophagitis
Lynch K, Dhalla S, Chedid V, Ravich W, Stein E, Montgomery E, Bochner B, Clarke J. Gender is a determinative factor in the initial clinical presentation of eosinophilic esophagitis. Diseases Of The Esophagus 2016, 29: 174-178. PMID: 25626069, DOI: 10.1111/dote.12307.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsInitial clinical presentationEndoscopic findingsClinical presentationChest painFood impactionEosinophilic esophagitisElectronic medical record databaseTime of diagnosisImmune-mediated diseasesMedical record databaseT-testChi-squared analysisStudent's t-testEoE populationEoE patientsEsophageal dysfunctionEndoscopy findingsEsophageal dysmotilityPatient demographicsEsophageal perforationInflammatory symptomsAtypical symptomsConsensus guidelinesClinical differencesInclusion criteria
2002
Accuracy and reliability of the endoscopic classification of portal hypertensive gastropathy.
Yoo H, Eustace J, Verma S, Zhang L, Harris M, Kantsevoy S, Lee L, Kalloo A, Ravich W, Thuluvath P. Accuracy and reliability of the endoscopic classification of portal hypertensive gastropathy. Gastrointestinal Endoscopy 2002, 56: 675-80. PMID: 12397275, DOI: 10.1067/mge.2002.128539.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPortal hypertensive gastropathyHypertensive gastropathySeverity of portal hypertensive gastropathyEndoscopic classificationIntraobserver kappa valuesNonspecific gastritisGastropathyEndoscopic pictureClassification systemSessions 1 weekKappa statisticKappa valuesRandom orderSessionsEndoscopists
2001
Botulinum Toxin for UES Dysfunction: Therapy or Poison?
Ravich W. Botulinum Toxin for UES Dysfunction: Therapy or Poison? Dysphagia 2001, 16: 168-170. PMID: 11453561, DOI: 10.1007/s00455-001-0060-1.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2000
Esophageal Lichen Planus
Abraham S, Ravich W, Anhalt G, Yardley J, Wu T. Esophageal Lichen Planus. The American Journal Of Surgical Pathology 2000, 24: 1678-1682. PMID: 11117791, DOI: 10.1097/00000478-200012000-00014.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsEsophageal lichen planusLichen planusMore common causesMultiple esophageal biopsiesOral lichen planusLymphocytic infiltrateEsophageal biopsiesEsophageal strictureStricture formationCutaneous diseaseCommon causeCorrect diagnosisPlanusBasal epitheliumTherapeutic distinctionsCivatte bodiesEsophagitisDysphagiaInfiltratesLichenoidBiopsyStrictureEsophagusDegenerationDiseaseComputers in Endoscopy
Ravich W. Computers in Endoscopy. Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics Of North America 2000, 10: 21-35. PMID: 10618452, DOI: 10.1016/s1052-5157(18)30145-4.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
1996
Cyclic vomiting: association with multiple homeostatic abnormalities and response to ketorolac.
Pasricha P, Schuster M, Saudek C, Wand G, Ravich W. Cyclic vomiting: association with multiple homeostatic abnormalities and response to ketorolac. The American Journal Of Gastroenterology 1996, 91: 2228-32. PMID: 8855755.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsEndogenous prostaglandin releaseTrial of erythromycinEpisodes of vomitingHigh-dose dexamethasoneSerum adrenocorticotropic hormoneHypothalamic-pituitary systemMild temperature elevationInitial screening testCharacterized disordersEndocrinological testingHomeostatic abnormalitiesIntramuscular ketorolacSensory seizuresAbdominal migraineDiabetic femalesAntral motilityBlood pressureSustained reliefClinical symptomsHormonal surgesRecurrent episodesUrinary cortisolAbnormal elevationAdrenocorticotropic hormoneCyclic vomitingBotulinum toxin for achalasia: Long-term outcome and predictors of response
Pasricha P, Rai R, Ravich W, Hendrix T, Kalloo A. Botulinum toxin for achalasia: Long-term outcome and predictors of response. Gastroenterology 1996, 110: 1410-1415. PMID: 8613045, DOI: 10.1053/gast.1996.v110.pm8613045.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsLong-term outcomesPredictors of responseMedian durationBotulinum toxinType of achalasiaThird of patientsMajority of patientsDuration of illnessDuration of responseLower esophageal sphincterEffective short-term reliefYears of ageShort-term reliefPrevious dilationLatter patientsToxin injectionVigorous achalasiaEsophageal sphincterRadiological characteristicsEffective treatmentAchalasiaPatientsSecond injectionResponse rateNineteen responders
1995
The unrealized potential of pharyngeal manometry
Ravich W. The unrealized potential of pharyngeal manometry. Dysphagia 1995, 10: 42-43. PMID: 7859532, DOI: 10.1007/bf00261279.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchEndoscopic ultrasound in the placement of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube in the non-transilluminated abdominal wall
Panzer S, Harris M, Berg W, Ravich W, Kalloo A, From the Division of Gastroenterology D. Endoscopic ultrasound in the placement of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube in the non-transilluminated abdominal wall. Gastrointestinal Endoscopy 1995, 42: 88-90. PMID: 7557188, DOI: 10.1016/s0016-5107(95)70253-9.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchIntrasphincteric Botulinum Toxin for the Treatment of Achalasia
Pasricha P, Ravich W, Hendrix T, Sostre S, Jones B, Kalloo A. Intrasphincteric Botulinum Toxin for the Treatment of Achalasia. New England Journal Of Medicine 1995, 332: 774-778. PMID: 7862180, DOI: 10.1056/nejm199503233321203.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsLower esophageal sphincterEsophageal sphincterBotulinum toxinPlacebo groupMean decreaseSymptom scoresTreatment groupsMean increaseDisorders of swallowingIntrasphincteric botulinum toxinDouble-blind trialTreatment of achalasiaMonths 14 patientsSerious adverse effectsSymptomatic improvementEsophageal retentionParalytic agentsScintigraphic studiesEsophageal scintigraphySphincterAchalasiaPatientsAdverse effectsPlaceboMonths
1994
Treatment of achalasia with intrasphincteric injection of botulinum toxin. A pilot trial.
Pasricha P, Ravich W, Hendrix T, Sostre S, Jones B, Kalloo A. Treatment of achalasia with intrasphincteric injection of botulinum toxin. A pilot trial. Annals Of Internal Medicine 1994, 121: 590-1. PMID: 8085691, DOI: 10.7326/0003-4819-121-8-199410150-00006.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
1993
Medical treatment of esophageal motility disorders
Allescher H, Ravich W. Medical treatment of esophageal motility disorders. Dysphagia 1993, 8: 125-134. PMID: 8467720, DOI: 10.1007/bf02266993.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsEsophageal motility disordersEsophageal motor disordersMotility disordersMedical treatmentMotor disordersMajor esophageal motility disordersNon-cardiac chest painNonspecific esophageal motor disorderPrimary esophageal motility disorderEsophageal motility parametersGastroesophageal reflux diseaseDiffuse esophageal spasmUnclear clinical significanceReceptor-selective drugsChest painReflux diseaseEsophageal symptomsEsophageal spasmEsophageal contractilityClinical benefitHypopharyngeal diverticulumSuccessful treatmentEsophageal diseaseClinical significanceEsophageal pathophysiology
1992
Swallowing dysfunction in the postpolio syndrome: a cinefluorographic study.
Jones B, Buchholz D, Ravich W, Donner M. Swallowing dysfunction in the postpolio syndrome: a cinefluorographic study. American Journal Of Roentgenology 1992, 158: 283-6. PMID: 1729782, DOI: 10.2214/ajr.158.2.1729782.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsStructural lesionsConstrictor musclePoor laryngeal elevationPrevertebral soft tissueSeverity of decompensationPharyngeal constrictor muscleInferior constrictor muscleCricopharyngeal levelFocal strictureBilateral weaknessProgressive dysphagiaLaryngeal penetrationPostpolio syndromeCricopharyngeus muscleDistal esophagusLaryngeal elevationPostpolio patientsLaryngeal closureLuminal narrowingCervical esophagusZenker's diverticulumRadiographic abnormalitiesRemote historyEpiglottic tiltSoft palateCaustic ingestion injuries of the upper aerodigestive tract
Scott J, Jones B, Eisele D, Ravich W. Caustic ingestion injuries of the upper aerodigestive tract. The Laryngoscope 1992, 102: 1-8. PMID: 1731151, DOI: 10.1288/00005537-199201000-00001.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCaustic ingestionJohns Hopkins Swallowing CenterCaustic ingestion injuryDynamic radiographic studiesUpper aerodigestive tractLaryngeal protectionNasopharyngeal regurgitationIngestion injuryCaustic injuryRoentgenographic findingsAerodigestive tractMuscle dysfunctionEsophageal stenosisSwallowing centerHypopharyngeal stenosisFunctional abnormalitiesRadiographic studiesOral cavityRadiographic analysisInjuryPatientsMultidisciplinary approachStenosisIngestionSuch cases
1991
Gastric antral vascular ectasia ("watermelon stomach"): radiologic findings.
Urban B, Jones B, Fishman E, Kern S, Ravich W. Gastric antral vascular ectasia ("watermelon stomach"): radiologic findings. Radiology 1991, 178: 517-8. PMID: 1987618, DOI: 10.1148/radiology.178.2.1987618.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
1990
Esophageal motility in an adult with a congenital H-type tracheoesophageal fistula
Heitmiller R, Nikoomanesh P, Ravich W. Esophageal motility in an adult with a congenital H-type tracheoesophageal fistula. Dysphagia 1990, 5: 138-141. PMID: 2249489, DOI: 10.1007/bf02412636.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCongenital H-type tracheoesophageal fistulaH-type tracheoesophageal fistulaTracheoesophageal fistulaRespiratory symptomsNormal lower esophageal sphincter pressureLower esophageal sphincter pressureLow-amplitude peristalsisCommon presenting complaintEsophageal motor abnormalitiesEsophageal sphincter pressureCongenital tracheoesophageal fistulaEsophageal symptomsSphincter pressureAdult patientsPresenting complaintEsophageal motilityMotor abnormalitiesFistula repairFistulaPatientsSymptomsFindings persistCase historiesAbnormalitiesPeristalsis
1989
Psychogenic dysphagia and globus: Reevaluation of 23 patients
Ravich W, Wilson R, Jones B, Donner M. Psychogenic dysphagia and globus: Reevaluation of 23 patients. Dysphagia 1989, 4: 35-38. PMID: 2640174, DOI: 10.1007/bf02407400.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPsychogenic dysphagiaPsychogenic originJohns Hopkins Swallowing CenterCause of dysphagiaProgression of symptomsAttribution of symptomsResults of reevaluationGlobus sensationGlobus hystericusMotor dysfunctionEsophageal pathologySwallowing centerSwallowing disordersStructural lesionsPharyngeal diseaseDysphagiaPatientsReferral recordsCenter evaluationSymptomsDiagnosisThorough evaluationCausePsychological causesDysfunction
1987
Granular small bowel mucosa: A reflection of villous abnormality
Jones B, Hamilton S, Rubesin S, Bayless T, Ravich W, Hendrix T. Granular small bowel mucosa: A reflection of villous abnormality. Gastrointestinal Radiology 1987, 12: 219-225. PMID: 3596139, DOI: 10.1007/bf01885147.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCrohn's diseaseHistopathologic examinationExtensive small bowel resectionSmall bowel Crohn's diseaseEarly inflammatory diseaseProtein-losing enteropathySmall bowel ischemiaSmall bowel resectionMucosal granularityPancreatic glucagonomaBowel ischemiaRadiation enteritisBowel resectionGranular mucosaNonspecific findingsSmall bowelVillous hypertrophyIntestinal adaptationInflammatory diseasesVillous abnormalitiesRadiographic appearanceVillous morphologyVillous enlargementVillous structureDiseasePharyngeal findings in 21 patients with achalasia of the esophagus
Jones B, Donner M, Rubesin S, Ravich W, Hendrix T. Pharyngeal findings in 21 patients with achalasia of the esophagus. Dysphagia 1987, 2: 87-92. PMID: 3507299, DOI: 10.1007/bf02408139.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCongenital laryngotracheal (LT) cleft: Report of a successful repair in an adult
Kashima H, Marsh B, Donner M, Ravich W, Robertson D. Congenital laryngotracheal (LT) cleft: Report of a successful repair in an adult. Dysphagia 1987, 2: 18-24. PMID: 3507286, DOI: 10.1007/bf02406973.Peer-Reviewed Original Research