Large-Caliber Empiric Esophageal Dilation Results in Sustained Improvement for Selected Patients With Nonobstructive Dysphagia.

Introduction: Empiric esophageal dilation (EED) remains a controversial practice for managing nonobstructive dysphagia (NOD) secondary to concerns about safety and efficacy. We examine symptom response, presence of tissue disruption, and adverse events (AEs) after EED.

Methods: We examined large-caliber bougie EED for NOD at 2 tertiary referral centers: retrospectively evaluating for AEs.

Prevalence and Characteristics of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder in Adult Neurogastroenterology Patients.

Background & Aims: Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is a feeding and eating disorder that is characterized by avoidant or restrictive eating not primarily motivated by body shape or weight concerns. We aimed to determine the frequency of ARFID symptoms and study its characteristics and associated gastrointestinal symptoms.

Methods: We conducted a retrospective review of charts from 410 consecutive referrals (ages, 18-90 y; 73.