Matthew L. Bechtold MD, FACP, FASGE, FACG, AGAF

PUBLICATIONS – BOOK CHAPTERS

1. Chin MA, Bechtold ML, Nguyen DL. (2015) Modification of protein intake may be necessary in selected patients with hepatic encephalopathy. Protein Diets: Nutritional Sources, Health Benefits and Intake Recommendations. Nova Sciences Publishers, Inc. New York. 2. Bechtold ML, Nguyen DL. (2015) Pre-endoscopic management of patients with hematemesis: Areas of controversy. Advances in Medicine and Biology. Nova Sciences Publishers, Inc. New York. 3. Lee SY, Bechtold ML, Jamal MM, Nguyen DL. (2015) Quality of life and caregiver burden among caregivers of patients with chronic liver disease. Nova Sciences Publishers, Inc. New York. 4. Mir FA, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. (2016) Post-operative management of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy. Percutanous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG): Techniques, Effectiveness and Potential Complications. Nova Sciences Publishers, Inc. New York. 5. Bechtold ML, Matteson-Kome ML, Sherwin LB. (2020) Enteral access for clinicians. Evidence-Based Gastrointestinal Nutrition: A Clinician's Handbook. Slack Publishers.

PUBLICATIONS – MANUSCRIPTS

1. Bechtold M, Palmer J, Valtos J, Iasiello C, Sowers J. Metabolic syndrome in the elderly. Curr Diab Rep 2006;6:64-71. 2. Bechtold ML, Perez RA, Marshall JB. Effect of music on patients undergoing outpatient colonoscopy. World J Gastroenterol 2006;12(45):7309-12. 3. Bechtold M, Holly JS, Thaler K, Marshall J. Bravo (wireless) ambulatory esophageal pH monitoring: How do day 1 and day 2 results compare? World J Gastroenterol 2007;13(30):4091-5. 4. Bechtold ML, Scott S, Nelson K, Cox KR, Dellsperger KC, Hall LW. Educational quality improvement report: Outcomes from a revised morbidity and mortality format that emphasized patient safety. Qual Saf Health Care 2007;16(6):422-7. 5. Kilgore T, Grewal A, Bechtold M, Miick R, Diaz-Arias A, Ibdah J, Bragg J. Breast cancer metastasis to the colon: A case report and review of the literature. The Internet Journal of Gastroenterology 2007;6(1). 6. Puli SR, BK Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA, Antillon M. Staging accuracy of esophageal cancer by endoscopic ultrasound: A meta-analysis and systematic review. World J Gastroenterol 2008;14(10):1479-90.

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7. Bechtold ML, Scott S, Nelson K, Cox KR, Dellsperger KC, Hall LW. Educational quality improvement report: Outcomes from a revised morbidity and mortality format that emphasized patient safety. Postgrad Med J 2008;84(990):211-6. 8. Puli SR, Reddy JB, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Ibdah JA. Accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in the diagnosis of distal and celiac axis lymph node metastasis in esophageal cancer: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Dig Dis Sci 2008;53(9):2405-14. 9. Szary NM, Kuwajima VK, Jiang PP, Puli SR, Bragg JD, Bechtold ML. Cytomegalovirus in an immunocompetent host: A case report and review of the literature. The Internet Journal of Gastroenterology 2008;7(1). 10. Puli SR, Batapati Krishna Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA, Antillon D, Singh S, Olyaee M, Antillon MR. Endoscopic ultrasound: it's accuracy in evaluating mediastinal lymphadenopathy? A meta-analysis and systematic review. World J Gastroenterol 2008;14(19):3028-37. 11. Puli SR, Batapati Krishna Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Ibdah JA. How good is endoscopic ultrasound for TNM staging of gastric cancers? A meta-analysis and systematic review. World J Gastroenterol 2008;14(25):4011-9. 12. Bechtold ML, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Jiang PP, Roy PK. Early versus delayed feeding after placement of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2008;103(11):2919-24. 13. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Othman MO, Roy PK. Role of prophylactic antibiotics in laparoscopic cholecystectomy: A meta-analysis. J Gastrointest Surg 2008;12(11):1847-53. 14. Hart PA, Bechtold ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Othman MO, Marshall JB, Roy PK. Prophylactic antibiotics in necrotizing pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. Southern Med J 2008;101(11):1126-31. 15. Antillon MR, Bechtold ML, Bartalos CR, Marshall JB. Transgastric endoscopic necrosectomy with temporary metallic esophageal stent placement for the treatment of infected pancreatic necrosis (with video). Gastrointest Endosc 2009;69(1):178-80. 16. Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Othman MO, Bartalos CR, Marshall JB, Roy PK. Effect of music on patients undergoing colonoscopy: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Dig Dis Sci 2009;54(1):19-24. 17. Puli SR, Reddy JBK, Bechtold ML, Choudhary A, Antillon MR, Brugge WR. Accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound to diagnose nodal invasion by rectal cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Ann Surg Oncol 2009;16(5):1255-65. 18. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JB, Choudhary A, Antillon MR, Brugge WR. How good is endoscopic ultrasound in differentiating various T stages of rectal cancer? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Ann Surg Oncol 2009;16(2):254-65. 19. Puli SR, Reddy JBK, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Brugge WR. EUS-guided celiac plexus neurolysis for pain due to chronic pancreatitis or pancreatic cancer pain: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Dig Dis Sci 2009;54(11):2330-7. 20. Bechtold ML, Hammad HT, Arif M, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Antillon MR. Perforation upon retroflexion: an endoscopic complication and repair. Endoscopy 2009;41(suppl 2):E155-6. 21. Bechtold M, Szary N, Rashid F, Kilgore T, Puli S, Diaz-Arias A, Antillon M. Delayed colonic perforation after ESD in a patient with ulcerative colitis: A case report and review of the literature. The Internet Journal of Gastroenterology 2009;8(2).

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22. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JB, Choudhary A, Antillon MR. Can endoscopic ultrasound predict early rectal cancers that can be resected endoscopically? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Dig Dis Sci 2010;55(5):1221-9. 23. Bragg JD, Cox KR, Despins L, Hall LW, Bechtold ML. Improvements in care in acute pancreatitis by the adoption of an acute pancreatitis algorithm. JOP 2010;11(2):183-5. 24. Szary NM, Arif M, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Enteral feeding within 3 hours after percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy placement: A meta-analysis. J Clin Gastroenterol. 2011;45(4):e34-8. 25. Marshall JB, Bechtold ML. Effect of music on patients undergoing colonoscopy. Am J Clin Med 2010;7(3):151-4. 26. Rashid F, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Bragg JD. Utility of IBD serology tests: Experience of an academic center. The Internet Journal of Gastroenterology 2011;10(1). 27. Singla A, Kilgore T, Kuwajima VK, Diaz-Arias A, Bechtold ML. Small bowel obstruction caused by carcinoid tumor and incidental capsule retention. Gastroenterol Research 2010;3(6):272-5. 28. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Arif M, Szary NM, Puli SR, Othman MO, Pais WP, Antillon MR, Roy PK. Pancreatic stents for prophylaxis against post-ERCP pancreatitis: a meta- analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2011;73(2):275-82. 29. Szary NM, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Arif M, Hammad HT, Bechtold ML.Erythromycin prior to endoscopy in acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding: A meta-analysis. Scand J Gastroenterol 2011;46(7-8):920-4. 30. Kilgore TW, Abdinoor AA, Szary NM, Schowengerdt SW, Yust JB, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Puli SR, Marshall JB, Bechtold ML. Split-dose polyethylene glycol for bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastrointest Endosc 2011;73(6):1240-5. 31. Ellingson D, Miick R, Chang F, Hillard R, Bechtold ML, Diaz-Arias A. Diagnostic yield of microscopic colitis in open access endoscopy center. Gastroenterology Research 2011;4(4):139-42. 32. Saad AM, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML. Effect of H. pylori treatment on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Scand J Gastroenterol 2012;47(2):129-35. 33. Abdullah O, Pele NA, Fu Y, Arif M, Bechtold ML, Grewal A, Hammad HT. A rare cause of massive upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage in immunocompromised host. Gastroenterology Research 2012;5(1):33-36. 34. Ashraf I, Paracha S, Paracha SR, Arif M, Choudhary A, Clark RE, Godfrey JD, Matteson ML, Puli SR, Ibdah JA, Dabbagh O, Bechtold ML. Warfarin use during fecal occult blood testing: A meta-analysis. Gastroenterology Research 2012;5(2):45-51. 35. Odum BR, Bechtold ML, Diaz-Arias A. Osseous Metaplasia in an Inflammatory Polyp of the Rectum: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. Gastroenterology Research 2012;5(2):74-78. 36. Ashraf I, Choudhary A, Arif M, Matteson ML, Hammad HT, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Ursodiol use in patients with ulcerative colitis and primary sclerosing cholangitis for prevention of colon cancer: A meta-analysis. Indian J Gastroenterol 2012;31(2):69-74. 37. Ashraf I, Paracha SR, Arif M, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Clark RE, Godfrey JD, Hammad HT, Bechtold ML. Digital rectal exam versus spontaneous passage of stool for fecal occult blood testing: A meta-analysis and review of the literature. South Med J 2012;105(7):357-61.

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38. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Buxbaum JL, Eloubeidi MA. How good is endoscopic-ultrasound fine-needle aspiration in diagnosing the correct etiology for a solid pancreatic mass?: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Pancreas 2013;42(1):20-26. 39. Bechtold ML, Choudhary A. Bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy: A continual search for excellence. World J Gastroenterol 2013;19(2):155-7. 40. Lim RG, Rawlings AL, Schultz SL, Bradley LH, Hammad HT, Bechtold ML. Unusual cause of constipation: Sunflower seed bezoar. Endoscopy 2013;45 Suppl 2:E46. 41. Ashraf I, Paracha S, Paracha S, Arif M, Choudhary A, Godfrey JD, Clark RE, Ibdah JA, Dabbagh O, Bechtold ML. Antithrombotics during fecal occult blood testing: A meta- analysis. The Internet Journal of Gastroenterology 2013;13(1). 42. Winn JN, Akbar S, Theivanayagam S, Lim RG, Odum BR, Bechtold ML, Diaz-Arias A, Arif M. Disseminated Histoplasmosis Presenting as Colonic Pseudotumor. Endoscopy 2013;45(Suppl 2):E155-6. 43. Clark RE, Godfrey JD, Choudhary A, Ashraf I, Matteson ML, Bechtold ML. Low-volume polyethylene glycol and bisacodyl for bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy: A meta- analysis. Ann Gastroenterol 2013;26(4):319-24. 44. Godfrey JD, Clark RE, Choudhary A, Ashraf I, Matteson ML, Bechtold ML. Low-volume polyethylene glycol and ascorbic acid for bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy: A meta- analysis. World J Meta-Anal 2013;1(1):10-5. 45. Theivanayagam S, Lim RG, Cobell WJ, Gowda JT, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML. Administration of erythromycin before endoscopy in upper GI bleeding: A meta- analysis of randomized controlled trials. Saudi J Gastroenterol 2013;19(5):205-10. 46. Lim RG, Cobell WJ, Theivanayagam S, Kilgore TW, Matteson ML, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Endoscopy after acute myocardial infarction: An evaluation of safety. South Med J 2013;106(10):545-9. 47. Puli SR, Kalva N, Bechtold ML, Pamulaparthy SR, Cashman MD, Estes NC, Pearl RH, Volmar FH, Dillon S, Shekleton MF, Forcione D. Diagnostic accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors: a systematic review and meta-analysis. World J Gastroenterol 2013;19(23):3678-84. 48. Puli SR, Kalva N, Pamulaparthy SR, Bechtold ML, Cashman MD, Volmar FH, Dhillon S, Shekleton MF, Estes NC, Carr-Locke D. Bilateral and unilateral stenting for malignant hilar obstruction: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Indian J Gastroenterol 2013;32(6):355- 62. 49. Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Overcoming challenges in IBD management – Book review. Practical Gastro 2014;38(3):44. 50. Ahmad D, Lopez KT, Esmadi MA, Oroszi G, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML. The effect of indomethacin in the prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. Pancreas 2014;43(3):338-42. 51. Lopez K, Ahmad D, Hinds A, Hammad H, Godfrey J, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Pseudoaneurysm eroding into the duodenal bulb: an extremely rare case and treatment modality. Endoscopy 2014;46 Suppl 1:E124-5. 52. Hinds A, Ahmad D, Lopez K, Holly JS, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Mucinous carcinoma of the eyelid with colonic mass: A rare partnership. Endoscopy 2014;46 Suppl 1:E107-8. 53. Nguyen DL, Parekh N, Bechtold ML, Jamal MM. National trends and in-hospital outcomes of adult inflammatory bowel disease patients on total parenteral nutrition support. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr 2014 – Epub.

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54. Choudhary A, Winn J, Siddique S, Arif M, Arif Z, Hammoud GM, Puli SR, Ibdah JA, Bechtold ML. Effect of precut sphincterotomy on post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography pancreatitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. World J Gastroenterol 2014;20(14):4093-101. 55. Hammad HT, Al Sayyed L, Theivanayagam S, Nguyen V, Rawlings A, Bechtold ML. Impacted bone fragment in a small bowel diverticulum: An extremely rare cause of obscure GI bleeding. Endoscopy 2014;46 Suppl 1:E262. 56. Cobell WJ, Hinds AM, Nayani R, Akbar S, Lim RG, Theivanayagam S, Matteson-Kome ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Feeding after percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy: experience of early versus delayed feeding. South Med J 2014;107(5):308-11. 57. Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML, Jamal MM. National trends and inpatient outcomes of inflammatory bowel disease patients with concomitant chronic liver disease. Scand J Gastroenterol 2014;49(9):1091-5. 58. Hinds A, Ahmad D, Lopez K, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Weekday versus weekend admissions for upper gastrointestinal bleeding: Is there a true difference in patient outcomes? A meta-analysis. World J Meta-Anal 2014;2(2):29-35. 59. Hinds AM, Ahmad DS, Muenster JE, Berg ZM, Lopez KT, Holly JS, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML. Ipilimumab-induced colitis: a rare but serious side effect. Endoscopy 2014;46 Suppl 1:E308-9. 60. Ahmad DS, Esmadi M, Hinds AM, Firwana B, Choudhary A, Nguyen DL, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML. Effect of linaclotide in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome and chronic constipation: A meta-analysis. Austin J Gastroenterol 2014;1(1):6. 61. Puli SR, Kalva NR, Pamulaparthy SR, Bechtold ML, Cashman MD, Volmar FH, Dhillon S, Shekleton MF, Estes NC, Carr-Locke D. Plastic versus metal stents for hilar cholangiocarcinoma: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Austin J Gastroenterol 2014;1(2):1010. 62. Bechtold ML, McClave SA, Palmer LB, Nguyen DL, Urben LM, Martindale RG, Hurt RT. The pharmacologic treatment of short bowel syndrome: new tricks and novel agents. Curr Gastroenterol Rep 2014;16(7):392. 63. Palmer LB, McClave SA, Bechtold ML, Nguyen DL, Martindale RG, Evans DC. Tips and tricks for deep jejunal enteral access: Modifying techniques to maximize success. Curr Gastroenterol Rep 2014;16(10):409. 64. Siddique S, Lopez KT, Hinds AM, Ahmad DS, Nguyen DL, Matteson-Kome ML, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Miralax with Gatorade for bowel preparation: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Gastroenterol 2014;109(10):1566-74. 65. Nguyen DL, Solaimani P, Nguyen ET, Jamal MM, Bechtold ML. Antitumor necrosis factor α is more effective than conventional medical therapy for the prevention of postoperative recurrence of Crohn's disease: a meta-analysis. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2014;26(10):1152-9. 66. Bechtold ML, Nguyen DL, Palmer LB, Kiraly LN, Martindale RG, McClave SA. Nasal bridles for securing nasoenteric tubes: A meta-analysis. Nutr Clin Pract 2014;29(5):667-71. 67. Ashraf I, Ashraf S, Siddique S, Nguyen DL, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML. Hyoscine for polyp detection during colonoscopy: A meta-analysis and systematic review. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2014;6(11):549-54. 68. Lopez KT, Theivanayagam S, Asombang AW, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML. Airway assessment of patients undergoing endoscopic procedures. South Med J 2014;107(12):764-7.

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69. Matteson-Kome ML, Lopez KT, Sliger AD, Mathews MJ, Bechtold ML. Improving care access for new patients in an outpatient gastroenterology clinic: A novel approach. Missouri Medicine 2014;111(6):512-5. 70. Matteson-Kome ML, Winn J, Bechtold ML, Bragg JD, Russell CL. A pilot study to improve maintenance medication adherence in adult inflammatory bowel disease patients. Health Psychology Research 2014;2(1389):38-42. 71. Bechtold ML, Siddique S, Nguyen DL. Response to Gerard et al. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(2):348. 72. Nguyen DL, Nguyen ET, Bechtold ML. Outcomes of initial medical compared to surgical strategies in the management of intra-abdominal abscesses in patients with Crohn's disease: A meta-analysis. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2015:27(3):235-41. 73. Almashhrawi A, Rahman R, Jersak ST, Asombang AW, Hinds AM, Hammad HT, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Prophylactic tracheal intubation in patients with upper gastrointestinal bleeding: A meta-analysis. World J Meta-anal 2015;3(1):4-10. 74. Bechtold ML, Siddique S, Nguyen DL. Response to Syed et al. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(3):474-5. 75. Bechtold ML, Siddique S, Nguyen DL. Response to Zhang. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(4):597-8. 76. Nguyen DL, Nguyen ET, Bechtold ML. pANCA positivity predicts lower clinical response to infliximab therapy among patients with IBD. South Med J 2015;108(3):139-43. 77. Nguyen DL, Flores S, Sassi K, Bechtold ML, Nguyen ET, Parekh NK. Optimizing the use of anti-tumor necrosis factor in the management of patients with Crohn's disease. Ther Adv Chronic Dis 2015;6(3):147-54. 78. Nguyen DL, Palmer LB, Nguyen ET, McClave SA, Martindale RG, Bechtold ML. Specialized enteral nutrition therapy in Crohn’s disease patients on maintenance infliximab therapy: a meta-analysis. Ther Adv Gastroenterol 2015;8(4):168-75. 79. Nguyen DL, Lee JG, Parekh NK, Samarasena J, Bechtold ML, Chang K. The current and future role of endomicroscopy in the management of inflammatory bowel disease. Ann Gastroenterol 2015;28(3):331-6. 80. Kandula M, Moole H, Cashman M, Volmar FH, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Success of endoscopic ultrasound-guided ethanol ablation of pancreatic cysts: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Indian J Gastroenterol 2015;34(3):193-9. 81. Nguyen DL, Nguyen ET, Bechtold ML. Effect of immunosuppressive therapies for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease on response to routine vaccinations: A meta- analysis. Dig Dis Sci 2015;60(8):2446-53. 82. Nguyen DL, Maithel S, Nguyen ET, Bechtold ML. Does alvimopan enhance return of bowel function in laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery? A meta-analysis. Ann Gastroenterol 2015;28(4):475-80. 83. Mir F, Bechtold ML, Holly JSL, Hammad HT. Celiac disease presenting with acquired acrodermatitis enteropathica. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(10):1396. 84. Lee SY, Jamal MM, Nguyen ET, Bechtold ML, Nguyen DL. Does exposure to Isotretinoin increase the risk for the development of inflammatory bowel disease?: A meta-analysis. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2016;28(2):210-6. 85. Nguyen DL, Jamal MM, Nguyen ET, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Low-residue versus clear liquid diet before colonoscopy: a meta-analysis of randomized, controlled trials. Gastrointest Endosc 2016;83(3):499-507.

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86. Bechtold ML, Nguyen DL. Low-residue diet before colonoscopy. Endoscopedia (GIE blog) 2016: http://endoscopedia.com/2016/03/12/low-residue-diet-before-colonoscopy/. 87. Bechtold ML, Mir FA, Puli SR, Nguyen DL. Optimizing bowel preparation for colonoscopy: A guide to enhance quality of visualization. Ann Gastroenterol 2016;29(2):137-46. 88. Moole H, Jaeger A, Bechtold ML, Forcione D, Taneja D, Puli SR. Success of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy in chronic calcific pancreatitism management: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Pancreas 2016;45(5):651-8. 89. Bechtold ML, Ashraf I, Nguyen DL. A clinician’s guide to fecal occult blood testing for colorectal cancer. South Med J 2016;109(4):248-55. 90. Bechtold ML, Mir FA. DDSEP nutrition questions. DDSEP – American Gastroenterological Association; 2016. 91. Moole H, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Efficacy of preoperative biliary drainage in malignant obstructive jaundice: A meta-analysis and systematic review. World J Surg Oncol 2016;14(1):182. 92. Rahman R, Nguyen DL, Sohail U, Almashhrawi AA, Ashraf I, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Pre- endoscopic erythromycin administration in upper gastrointestinal bleeding: An updated meta- analysis and systematic review. Ann Gastroenterol 2016;29(3):312-7. 93. Limketkai BN, Bechtold ML, Nguyen DL. Vitamin D and the pathogenesis of inflammatory bowel disease. Curr Gastroenterol Rep 2016;18(10):52. 94. Sohail U, Harleen C, Mahdi AO, Arif M, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Bleeding risk with clopidogrel and percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2016;8(16):553-7. 95. Boumitri C, Mir FA, Ashraf I, Matteson-Kome ML, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Prophylactic clipping and post-polypectomy bleeding: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Ann Gastroenterol 2016;29(4):502-8. 96. Moole H, Bechtold ML, Cashman M, Volmar FH, Dhillon S, Forcione D, Taneja D, Puli SR. Covered versus uncovered self-expandable metal stents for malignant biliary strictures: A meta-analysis. Indian J Gastroenterol 2016;35(5):323-30. 97. Chin M, Karnes W, Jamal MM, Lee JG, Lee R, Samarasena J, Bechtold ML, Nguyen DL. Use of the Endocuff during routine colonoscopy examination improves adenoma detection: A meta-analysis. World J Gastroenterol 2016;22(43):9642-49. 98. Bechtold ML, Mir F, Boumitri C, Nguyen DL. Feeding after gastrostomy: It’s time to stop the delay. Austin J Gastroenterol 2016;3(2):1063. 99. Bechtold ML, Mir FA, Boumitri C, Palmer LB, Evans DC, Kiraly LN, Nguyen DL. Long- term nutrition: A clinician’s guide to successful long-term enteral access in adults. Nutr Clin Pract 2016;31(6):737-47. 100. Moole H, Bechtold ML, Forcione D, Puli SR. A meta-analysis and systematic review: Success of endoscopic ultrasound guided biliary stenting in patients with inoperable malignant biliary strictures and a failed ERCP. Medicine (Baltimore) 2017;96(3):e5154. 101. Moole H, Jaeger A, Cashman M, Volmar FH, Dhillon S, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Are self-expandable metal stents superior to plastic stents in palliating malignant distal biliary strictures? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Med J Armed Forces India 2017;73(1):42- 8.

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102. Theivanayagam S, Lopez KT, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML, Asombang AW. ASA classification prior to endoscopic procedures: A retrospective analysis on accuracy of gastroenterologists. South Med J 2017;110(2):79-82. 103. Yandrapu H, Desai M, Siddique S, Vennalaganti P, Vennalaganti S, Parasa S, Rai T, Kanakadandi V, Bansal A, Titi M, Repici A, Bechtold ML, Sharma P, Choudhary A. Normal saline solution versus other viscous solutions for submucosal injection during endoscopic mucosal resection: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2017;85(4):693-9. 104. Worthington P, Balint J, Bechtold M, Bingham A, Chan LN, Durfee S, Jevenn AK, Malone A, Mascarenhas M, Robinson DT, Holcombe B. When is parenteral nutrition appropriate? JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr. 2017;41(3):324-77. 105. Ortizo R, Lee SY, Nguyen ET, Jamal MM, Bechtold ML, Nguyen DL. Exposure to oral contraceptives increases the risk for development of inflammatory bowel disease: a meta- analysis of case-controlled and cohort studies. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2017;29(9):1064- 1070. 106. Mir FA, Boumitri C, Ashraf I, Matteson-Kome ML, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Cap-assisted colonoscopy versus standard colonoscopy: is the cap beneficial? A meta- analysis of randomized controlled trials. Ann Gastroenterol 2017;30(6):640-648. 107. Kalva N, Vanar V, Forcione DG, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Efficacy and safety of lumen apposing self-expandable metal stents for EUS guided cholecystectomy: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Can J Gastroenterol Hep 2018;7070961:1-6. 108. Asombang AW, Madsen R, Simuyandi M, Phiri G, Bechtold M, Ibdah JA, Lishimpi K, Banda L. Descriptive analysis of colorectal cancer in Zambia, Southern Africa using the National Cancer Disease Hospital Database. Pan African Med J 2018;30:248. 109. Asombang AW, Madsen R, Simuyandi M, Phiri G, Bechtold M, Ibdah JA, Lishimpi K, Banda L. Pancreatic cancer: Patterns in a low-to-middle income population, Zambia. Med J Zambia 2018;44(4):212-17. 110. Brennan GT, Ha I, Hogan C, Nguyen E, Jamal MM, Bechtold ML, Nguyen DL. Does preoperative enteral or parenteral nutrition reduce postoperative complications in Crohn's disease patients: a meta-analysis. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2018;30(9):997-1002. 111. Badshah MB, Vanar V, Kandula M, Kalva N, Badshah MB, Revenur V, Bechtold ML, Forcione DG, Donthireddy K, Puli SR. Peroral cholangioscopy with cholangioscopy-directed biopsies in the diagnosis of biliary malignancies: a systemic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2019;31(8):935-940. 112. Turse E, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Impact of moderate versus deep sedation on adenoma detection rate in index average-risk screening colonoscopies. Gastrointest Endosc 2019;90(3):502-505. 113. Patel JB, Revanur V, Forcione DG, Bechtold ML, Puli SR Endoscopic ultrasound- guided fiducial marker placement in pancreatic cancer: A systematic review and meta- analysis. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2020;12(8):231-240. 114. Sherwin LB, Deroche CB, Krisanabud P, Matteson-Kome M, Bechtold M, Ruppar T. Adherence to short-course pharmacotherapy in adults with irritable bowel ayndrome. West J Nurs Res 2020;42(7):524-534. 115. Zoeller S, Bechtold ML, Burns B, Cattell T, Grenda B, Haffke L, Larimer C, Powers J, Reuning F, Tweel L, Guenter P; ASPEN Enteral Nutrition Task Force. Dispelling Myths and Unfounded Practices About Enteral Nutrition. Nutr Clin Pract 2020;35(2):196-204.

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116. Tyler R, Barrocas A, Guenter P, Araujo Torres K, Bechtold ML, Chan LN, Collier B, Collins NA, Evans DC, Godamunne K, Hamilton C, Hernandez BJD, Mirtallo JM, Nadeau WJ, Partridge J, Perugini M, Valladares A; ASPEN Value Project Scientific Advisory Council. Value of Nutrition Support Therapy: Impact on Clinical and Economic Outcomes in the United States. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr 2020;44(3):395-406. 117. Bechtold ML, Turse EP, Dailey FE. Response. Gastrointest Endosc 2020;92(4):986. 118. Heath RD, Parsa N, Matteson-Kome ML, Buescher V, Samiullah S, Nguyen DL, Tahan V, Ghouri YA, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. The use of music during colonoscopy: An updated meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. World J Meta-Anal 2020;7(9):428-435. 119. Bechtold ML, Samiullah S. Key publication review. ASPEN website 2020. https://www.nutritioncare.org/About_ASPEN/Membership/Key_Publication/. 120. Sherwin LB, Ross D, Matteson-Kome M, Bechtold M, Deroche C, Wakefield B. Patient Perspectives on Short-Course Pharmacotherapy: Barriers and Facilitators to Medication Adherence. J Patient Exp 2020;7(5):726-733. 121. Mossvi Z, Duongb J, Bechtold ML, Nguyen DL. Systematic review and meta-analysis: risks of postoperative complications with preoperative use of anti-tumor necrosis factor-alpha biologics in inflammatory bowel disease patients. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2020 – Epub. 122. Kuwajima V, Bechtold ML. Should I start with post-pyloric feeding? Nutr Clin Pract 2020 – Epub. 123. Sathyamurthy A, Winn JN, Chela H, Romana B, Yousef M, Madsen RW, Bechtold ML, Asombang AW. Pancreatic cancer survival outcomes based on gender and geographical location: Retrospective study at a tertiary medical center. Southern Medical Journal – Accepted. 124. Parsa N, Grisham EA, Cockerell CJ, Matteson-Kome ML, Bysani RV, Samiullah S, Nguyen DL, Tahan V, Ghouri YA, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Split-dose vs same-day bowel preparation for afternoon colonoscopies: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. World J Meta-Anal – Accepted.

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PUBLICATIONS – ABSTRACTS

1. Bechtold ML, Shawa I, Aboudan M. Internet shopping for backyard pharmaceuticals: Case of jimsonweed (Datura stramonium) poisoning in mid-Missouri. 2003 Missouri Chapter ACP Associate Poster Competition – . . 2. Bechtold ML, Perez RA, Marshall JB. Effect of music on patients undergoing outpatient colonoscopy. Gastrointestinal Endoscopy 2006;63(5):AB118 (S1474). 3. Holly JS, Bechtold M, Thaler K, Marshall J. Bravo (wireless) ambulatory esophageal pH monitoring: How do day 1 and day 2 results compare? Am J Gastroenterol 2006;101(9):AB45 (S57) & MU Health Sciences Research Day Booklet 2006;#17. 4. Bechtold ML, Oza AY, Szary NM, Marshall JB. Multi-focal colonic follicular lymphoma: A rare case discovered on screening colonoscopy. Am J Gastroenterol 2006;101(9- S2):AB806 (S324-S325). 5. Bechtold ML, Scott S, Nelson K, Cox KR, Dellsperger KC, Hall LW. Revised M&M conference format into a patient safety M&M leads to performance improvement efforts in an internal medicine department. MU Health Sciences Research Day Booklet 2006;#5. 6. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold M, Antillon MR, Marshall J, Roy P, Ibdah JA. Did technology over the years effect endoscopic ultrasounds’ accuracy to diagnosis vascular invasion in pancreatic and periampullary cancers? A meta-analysis & systematic review. MU Health Sciences Research Day Booklet 2006:#35. 7. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JI, Antillon MR. The influence of advancing technology in endoscopic ultrasound on the accuracy of nodal staging in esophageal cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2007;65(5):AB191 (M1195). 8. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JI, Antillon MR. Has improvement in endoscopic ultrasounds’ technology over the last 20 years enhanced its ability to diagnose distal metastasis of esophageal cancers? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2007;65(5):AB192 (M1197). 9. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JI, Antillon MR. T staging accuracy of esophageal cancers by endoscopic ultrasound: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2007;65(5):AB362 (W1423). 10. Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Othman MO, Bartalos CR, Marshall JB, Roy PK. Effect of music on patients undergoing colonoscopy: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastrointest Endosc 2007;65(5):AB366 (W1437). 11. Reddy J, Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Ibdah JA. Role of FNA in the accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in nodal staging of esophageal cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastroenterology 2007;132(4 suppl 2):A-133 (909). 12. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon M, Ibdah JA. Does FNA improve the accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in evaluating mediastinal lymphadenopathy? A meta-analysis and systematic review. 11th Annual Young Investigators' Conference in Digestive Diseases Proceedings – April 2007. 11th Annual meeting – La Jolla, . 13. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon M, Ibdah JA. Endoscopic ultrasound’s accuracy in staging esophageal cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. North American Conference of Gastroenterology Fellows Proceedings – April 2007. 17th Annual meeting – San Diego, California.

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14. Kilgore TW, Ogden JS, Grewal A, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Antillon MR, Ibdah JA. Abernethy malformation – A rare case and method of detection. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB539 (S314). 15. Saettele TM, Saettele M, Tiwari P, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Antillon MR. Treatment of symptomatic cystic duct stone in a pretransplant cirrhotic patient. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB599 (S337). 16. Tiwari P, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Ibdah JA, Marshall JB, Antillon MR. Peroral cholecystoscopy-directed electrohydraulic lithotripsy of symptomatic cholecystolithiasis in poor surgical candidates. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB775 (S402). 17. Kilgore TW, Bechtold ML, Delcour KS, Matteson ML, Puli SR, Bragg JD. Endoscopy after myocardial infarction: A retrospective evaluation of safety from a tertiary-care center. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB1122 (S529). 18. Bechtold ML, Grewal A, Kilgore TW, Puli SR, Antillon MR. Delayed colonic perforation after ESD in a patient with ulcerative colitis. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB598 (S337). 19. Tiwari P, Saettele TM, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Antillon MR. Effectiveness of EUS in liver lesions of unclear etiology. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB762 (S398). 20. Hart PA, Bechtold ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Othman MO, Marshall JB, Roy PK. Prophylactic antibiotics in necrotizing pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB204 (S191). 21. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Othman MO, Puli SR, Marshall JB, Roy PK. Systemic antibiotic prophylaxis for percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB898 (S448-449). 22. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Grewal A, Bartalos C, Bragg JD, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in diagnosing mediastinal nodal staging of esophageal cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9- S2):AB1125 (S530). 23. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Does FNA improve the accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in evaluating mediastinal lymphadenopathy? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB871 (S439). 24. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Grewal A, Bartalos C, Bragg JD, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Diagnostic accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in detecting distal metastasis of esophageal cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB872 (S439). 25. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Bartalos C, Grewal A, Bragg JD, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Is there improvement over years in the diagnostic accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in evaluating celiac axis lymph nodes metastasis in esophageal cancers? A meta-analysis & systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB41 (S133). 26. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Ibdah JA. Accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound over time in T-staging of esophageal cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB42 (S133). 27. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Ibdah JA. Is there improvement over years in the diagnostic accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in evaluating T-staging of gastric cancers? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB127 (S164).

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28. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Ibdah JA. Endoscopic ultrasound’s diagnostic accuracy in detecting distal metastasis of gastric cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB128 (S164). 29. Puli SR, Choudhary A, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Grewal A, Bartalos C, Bragg JD, Roy PK. Efficacy of proton pump inhibitors in reflux laryngitis: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2007;102(9-S2):AB873 (S439-440). 30. Pais WP, Hammoud G, Tiwari P, Bartalos C, Miller M, Diaz-Arias A, Antillon D, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Effectiveness of endoscopic and non-surgical management of gastrointestinal perforations caused during endoscopic procedures. Can J Gastroenterol 2008;22(SA):191. 31. Tiwari P, Pais WP, Kowal MR, Bechtold ML, Bartalos C, Antillon D, Antillon MR. Management of a migrated and blocked metallic biliary stent using argon plasma coagulator: A Case Report. Can J Gastroenterol 2008;22(SA):219. 32. Saettele TM, Kowal MR, Pais WP, Tiwari P, Bechtold ML, Bartalos C, Antillon D, Antillon MR. Peroral cholangioscopy-guided biliary stent placement in a case of a symptomatic cystic lesion of the common bile duct. Can J Gastroenterol 2008;22(SA):220. 33. Tiwari P, Pais WP, Bechtold ML, Bartalos C, Antillon MR. Retrograde placement of an alveolus Alimaxx-E covered esophageal stent via endoscopic gastrostomy for esophageal stricture in a case of failed traditional esophageal stent placement. Can J Gastroenterol 2008;22(SA):284. 34. Bechtold ML, Pais WP, Tiwari P, Antillon MR. Peroral cholangioscopy using Spyglass direct visualization probe and electrohydraulic lithotripsy for the management of symptomatic cholelithiasis in a non-surgical candidate. Can J Gastroenterol 2008;22(SA):344. 35. Bechtold ML, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Jiang PP, Roy PK. Early versus delayed feeding after placement of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy: A meta-analysis. Nutritional Sciences & F21C Nutrition Cluster – University of Missouri – Columbia 2008:2. 36. Bechtold ML, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Jiang PP, Roy PK. Early versus delayed feeding after placement of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy: A meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2008;67(5):AB84 (328). 37. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Roy PK, Bragg JD, Ravindran PD, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in diagnosing various T-stages of rectal cancers: A meta- analysis and systematic review. Gastroenterology 2008;134(4-S1):A-341 (M1117). 38. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Roy PK, Bragg JD, Ravindran PD, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Can endoscopic ultrasound predict if rectal cancers or large polyps can be resected endoscopically? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2008;67(5):AB207 (M1425). 39. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Roy PK, Bragg JD, Ravindran PD, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. How accurate is endoscopic ultrasound in staging perirectal nodal invasion by rectal cancers? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2008;67(5):AB241 (T1535). 40. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Ibdah J A. Nodal staging accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in gastric cardia cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastroenterology 2008;134(4-S1):A-341-2 (M1118). 41. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Ibdah JA. T staging accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in gastric cardia cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2008;67(5):AB221 (M1479).

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42. Othman MO, Kaza A, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Dunkelberg JC, Roy PK. Ursodeoxycholic acid in primary sclerosing cholangitis: A systematic review and meta- analysis. Gastroenterology 2008;134(4-S1):A-839 (W1857). 43. Grewal AS, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Othman MO, Roy PK. Peginterferon and ribavirin for treatment of hepatitis C and HIV co-infection: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastroenterology 2008;134(4-S1):A-311 (S2081). 44. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Othman MO, Pais WP, Antillon MR, Roy PK. Prophylactic octreotide for prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2008;67(5):AB241 (T1534). 45. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Othman MO, Puli SR, Pais WP, Antillon MR, Roy PK. Prophylactic stent placement for prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2008;67(5):AB153 (S1510). 46. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Othman MO, Pais WP, Antillon MR, Roy PK. Prophylactic somatostatin for prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2008;67(5):AB108-109 (1068). 47. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Karpman C, Puli SR, Othman MO, Roy PK. Role of prophylactic antibiotics in laparoscopic cholecystectomy: A meta-analysis. Gastroenterology 2008;134(4-S1):A-844-5 (249). 48. Puli SR, Reddy JBK, Bechtold M, Choudhary A, Antillon M. Affect of endoscopic ultrasound’s technology in diagnosing various T stages of gastric cardia cancers: A meta- analysis and systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2008;103(S1):AB107 (S43). 49. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Antillon MR, Pais WP, Othman MO, Roy PK. Gabexate for prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2008;103(S1):AB213 (S82). 50. Opperman S, Matteson M, Bechtold M, Puli S. Hepatitis C virus response to pegylated interferon and ribavirin at a nurse-managed rural Veterans Affairs clinic. Am J Gastroenterol 2008;103(S1):AB327 (S126). 51. Puli S, Matteson M, Bechtold M, Opperman S. What is the difference between hepatitis C virus patients with sustained virologic responses versus relapsers to standard treatment at a rural Veterans Affairs clinic? Am J Gastroenterol 2008;103(S1):AB333 (S129). 52. Puli SR, Reddy JBK, Bechtold M, Choudhary A, Rashid F, Antillon M. Affect of endoscopic ultrasound’s technology in diagnosing various T stages of rectal cancers: A meta- analysis and systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2008;103(S1):AB452 (S174). 53. Puli S, Matteson M, Opperman S, Bechtold M. Differences among hepatitis C virus patients with sustained virologic response and non-responders to standard treatment at a nurse- managed Veterans Affairs clinic. Am J Gastroenterol 2008;103(S1):AB960 (S376-7). 54. Puli S, Opperman S, Bechtold M, Matteson M. Comparison of hepatitis C virus patients with sustained virologic responses versus relapsers with rapid virologic response to standard treatment rural Veterans Affairs clinic. Am J Gastroenterol 2008;103(S1):AB961 (S377). 55. Puli SR, Reddy JBK, Bechtold M, Choudhary A, Antillon M. Affect of advancing technology on the accuracy in nodal staging of gastric cardia cancers by endoscopic ultrasound: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2008;103(S1):AB962 (S377-8). 56. Puli SR, Reddy JBK, Bechtold M, Choudhary A, Rashid F, Antillon M. Does endoscopic ultrasound’s technology affect its ability to predict rectal cancers or large polyps that can be

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resected endoscopically? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2008;103(S1):AB963 (S378). 57. Matteson M, Opperman S, Bechtold M, Puli S. Hepatitis C virus spontaneous clearance rates in a rural Veterans Affairs clinic. Am J Gastroenterol 2008;103(S1):AB981 (S385). 58. Puli SR, Reddy JBK, Bechtold M, Choudhary A, Rashid F, Antillon M. Affect of advancing technology on the accuracy in nodal staging of rectal cancers with endoscopic ultrasound: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2008;103(S1):AB1242 (S486). 59. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Antillon MR, Carr-Locke DL. Unilateral vs bilateral metallic stents for malignant hilar obstruction: A meta-analysis and systematic review of risks. Gastrointest Endosc 2009;69(5):AB156 (S1371). 60. Szary NM, Arif M, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Roy PK, Bechtold ML. Early feeding after placement of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy: A meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2009;69(5):AB183 (S1483). 61. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Eloubeidi MA. How good is EUS-FNA in diagnosing the correct etiology for a solid pancreatic mass? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2009;69(5):AB243 (M1441). 62. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Bapoje SR, Antillon MR, Brugge WR. How good is EUS to detect pancreatic insulinomas? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2009;69(5):AB247 (M1458). 63. Antillon MR, Saito Y, Pais WP, Nakajima T, Bechtold ML, Matsuda T, Puli SR, Yahagi N. Safety and efficacy of endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) in the therapy of rectal neoplasias and cancers: A multicenter study. Gastrointest Endosc 2009;69(5):AB257-8 (M1498). 64. Choudhary A, Puli SR, Ibdah JA, Bechtold ML. Guidewire use for prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastrointest Endosc 2009;69(5):AB309 (T1488). 65. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Eloubeidi MA. Accuracy of EUS-FNA to diagnose solid pancreatic lesions in chronic pancreatic vs normal pancreatic parenchyma: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2009;69(5):AB314-5 (T1509). 66. Choudhary A, Puli SR, Ibdah JA, Bechtold ML. Nasogastric tube feeding in acute pancreatitis: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastrointest Endosc 2009;69(5):AB315 (T1512). 67. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Eloubeidi MA. Is there any advantage of using trucut needle for EUS-FNA in solid pancreatic lesions? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2009;69(5):AB319 (T1528). 68. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Choudhary A, Bapoje SR, Antillon MR. Accuracy of nodal staging in gastroesophageal junction cancers by endoscopic ultrasound: A meta- analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2009;69(5):AB341 (W1322). 69. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Antillon MR, Carr-Locke DL. Are unilateral metallic stents better than unilateral plastic stents for malignant hilar obstruction? A meta-analysis and systematic review of risks. Gastroenterology 2009;136(5-S1):A-477 (M2064). 70. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Choudhary A, Bapoje SR, Antillon MR. Diagnostic accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in T staging in gastroesophageal junction cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastroenterology 2009;136(5-S1):A-498 (T1095).

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71. Choudhary A, Puli SR, Ibdah JA, Bechtold ML. Enteral feeding in acute pancreatitis: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastroenterology 2009;136(5-S1):A-541 (T1290). 72. Pais WP, Tekwani SS, Tiwari P, Szary NM, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA, Marshall JB, Antillon MR. Safety and efficacy of carbon dioxide insufflation during endoscopic submucosal dissection of large polyps and early cancers of the GI tract: A retrospective analysis. Gastroenterology 2009;136(5-S1):A-644 (W1057). 73. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Bapoje SR, Brugge WR. Accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound to localize gastrinomas in the pancreas: a meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastroenterology 2009;136(5-S1):A-760 (W1952). 74. Arif M, Thapar M, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Szary NM, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Pegylated interferon and ribavirin therapy for 24 weeks versus shorter duration for patients with hepatitis C virus genotype 2 and 3 infection and rapid virologic response: A meta- analysis. Gastroenterology 2009;136(5-S1):A-791 (Oral presentation). 75. Choudhary A, Szary NM, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Rector S, Thyfault JP, Ibdah JA. Insulin sensitizers for the management of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastroenterology 2009;136(5-S1):A-845 (T1008). 76. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Antillon MR, Carr-Locke DL. Should plastic or metallic stents be chosen for bilateral stenting in malignant hilar obstruction? A meta-analysis and systematic review of risks. Gastroenterology 2009;136(5-S1):A-861 (W1784). 77. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Antillon MR, Carr-Locke DL. Unilateral vs bilateral plastic stenting for malignant hilar stricture: A meta-analysis and systematic review of risks. Gastroenterology 2009;136(5-S1):A-888 (M1523). 78. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Bapoje SR, Antillon MR, Brugge WR. Diagnostic accuracy of EUS in detecting pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastroenterology 2009;136(5-S1):A-932 (W1530). 79. Hammad H, Arif M, Pais W, Bechtold M, Antillon M. SpyGlass cholangiopancreatoscopy: experience of a tertiary-care center. Am J Gastroenterol 2009;104(S3):S73 (186). 80. Puli S, Bechtold M, Szary N, Eloubeidi M. Accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in detecting solid pancreatic mass: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2009;104(S3):S74 (190). 81. Antillon M, Tiwari P, Hammoud G, Poelling R, Szary N, Matteson M, Puli S, Bechtold M. Feasibility of EUS-guided transmural drainage of intra-abdominal fluid collections without fluoroscopy: Avoiding exposure to radiation. Am J Gastroenterol 2009;104(S3):S87-8 (229). 82. Cunningham J, Bechtold M, Puli S, Matteson M, Thapar M. Should pre-treatment viral load determine treatment duration for chronic hepatitis C genotype 3 patients? Am J Gastroenterol 2009;104(S3):S137 (363). 83. Antillon M, Kuwajima V, Szary N, Puli S, Matteson M, Bartalos C, Bechtold M. Feasibility of transmural anterograde cholangioscopy using endoscopic ultrasound and Spyglass for biliary obstruction. Am J Gastroenterol 2009;104(S3):S248-9 (667). 84. Szary N, Matteson M, Puli S, Bechtold M. Successful reintroduction of ASA derivative in a patient with ulcerative colitis after diagnosis of eosinophilic pneumonia. Am J Gastroenterol 2009;104(S3):S363 (987). 85. Szary N, Matteson M, Puli S, Bechtold M. Budesonide for clinical and histological response in collagenous and lymphocytic colitis: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2009;104(S3):S427-8 (1158).

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86. Szary N, Antillon M, Puli S, Bechtold M. Safety of colonic stenting in malignant obstruction: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2009;104(S3):S428 (1159). 87. Szary N, Matteson M, Puli S, Bechtold M. Should all patients with non-alcoholic liver disease consume omega-3 fatty acids? A systematic review. Am J Gastroenterol 2009;104(S3):S428 (1160). 88. Rashid F, Bechtold M, Puli S, Bragg J. Utility of IBD serology tests: Experience at a midwest academic center. Am J Gastroenterol 2009;104(S3):S465 (1245). 89. Hammad H, Pais W, Bechtold M, Diaz-Arias A, Marshall J, Ibdah J, Antillon M. Endoscopic submucosal dissection for non-circumferential duodenal lesions in the U.S. Am J Gastroenterol 2009;104(S3):S525 (1400). 90. Szary N, Bechtold M, Kuwajima V, Puli S, Diaz-Arias A, Marshall J, Antillon M. 2.5% hydroxypropyl methylcellulose solution provides a superior submucosal fluid cushion for endoscopic submucosal dissection. Am J Gastroenterol 2009;104(S3):S538 (1432). 91. Choudhary A, Szary NM, Arif M, Hammad HT, Thapar M, Hammoud GM, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA. Does guidewire use in the pancreatic duct during deep biliary cannulation prevent post-ERCP pancreatitis? A meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2010;71(5):AB302 (T1533). 92. Choudhary A, Szary NM, Arif M, Hammad HT, Hammoud GM, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA. Early precut prevents post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastrointest Endosc 2010;71(5):AB246 (M1530). 93. Kilgore TW, Szary NM, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Marshall JB, Bechtold ML. Split-dose polyethylene glycol for bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastrointest Endosc 2010;71(5):AB147 (S1383). 94. Arif M, Hammad HT, Szary NM, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR. EUS-guided biliary access and drainage (EBAD) at a tertiary care center. Gastrointest Endosc 2010;71(5):AB164-5 (S1448). 95. Choudhary A, Szary NM, Kuwajima VK, Arif M, Hammoud GH, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA. Endoscopic interventions for Barrett's esophagus with low-grade dysplasia to prevent progression: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastrointest Endosc 2010;71(5):AB173-4 (S1482). 96. Choudhary A, Szary NM, Arif M, Hammad HT, Thapar M, Hammoud GM, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA. Does guidewire use prevent post-ERCP pancreatitis? A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastrointest Endosc 2010;71(5):AB163 (S1443). 97. Szary NM, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Arif M, Hammad HT, Bechtold ML. Erythromycin prior to endoscopy in acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding:A meta-analysis. Gastroenterology 2010;138(5-S1):S-20-1 (111) (Oral Presentation). 98. Szary NM, Kilgore TW, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Marshall JB, Bechtold ML. Low- volume polyethylene glycol and an adjunct for bowel preparation: A meta-analysis. Gastroenterology 2010;138(5-S1):S-477 (T1051). 99. Choudhary A, Winn J, Arif M, Szary N, Chauhan L, Grewal A, Hammoud G, Bechtold M, Ibdah J. Outcome of medical versus surgical therapies for gastroesophageal reflux disease: Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Gastroenterol 2010;105(S1):S24 (66). 100. Hammad H, Arif M, Szary N, Choudhary A, Bechtold M, Antillon M. EUS-guided therapy of pancreatic duct stones in chronic pancreatitis: Not a good alternative yet! Am J Gastroenterol 2010;105(S1):S63 (167). 101. Choudhary A, Winn J, Arif M, Thapar M, Hammad H, Grewal A, Hammoud G, Bechtold M, Ibdah J. Two-stage versus single-stage management of patients with

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choledocholithiasis: Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Gastroenterol 2010;105(S1):S70 (188). 102. Thapar M, Choudhary A, Dundulis J, Chauhan L, Arif M, Bagree S, Ibdah J, Bechtold M. Response rates of chronic hepatitis C treatment in African Americans and Caucasians: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2010;105(S1):S117 (318). 103. Saad A, Choudhary A, Bagree S, Szary N, Arif M, Hammad H, Grewal A, Ibdah J, Bechtold M. Effect of Helicobacter pylori eradication on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Gastroenterol 2010;105(S1):S409 (1129). 104. Choudhary A, Dundulis JA, Winn J, Sathyamurthy A, Szary NM, Arif M, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JI. Early application of TIPS for variceal bleeding: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastroenterology 2011;140(5-S1):S-917. 105. Saad AM, Choudhary A, Sathyamurthy A, Hammad HT, Arif M, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JI. Effect of H. pylori treatment on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastroenterology 2011;140(5-S1):S-391 (Su1044). 106. Ashraf I, Paracha S, Paracha S, Arif M, Choudhary A, Godfrey JD, Clark RE, Ibdah JA, Dabbagh O, Bechtold ML. Anticoagulation during fecal occult blood testing: A meta- analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2011;106(S2):S70 (188). 107. Godfrey JD, Clark RE, Choudhary A, Ashraf I, Matteson ML, Bechtold ML. Low- volume polyethylene glycol and ascorbic acid for bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2011;106(S2):S527 (1376). 108. Clark RE, Godfrey JD, Choudhary A MD, Ashraf I, Matteson ML, Bechtold ML. Low- volume polyethylene glycol and bisacodyl for bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2011;106(S2):S528 (1377). 109. Ashraf I, Paracha S, Arif M, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Clark RE, Godfrey JD, Hammad HT, Bechtold ML. Stool sampling technique for FOBT: Do it yourself or leave it to the patient? A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2011;106(S2):S564 (1477). 110. Ashraf I, Arif M, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Godfrey JD, Clark RE, Hammad HT, Bechtold ML. Ursodiol use for the chemoprevention of colorectal cancer: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2011;106(S2):S564 (1476). 111. Ashraf I, Arif M, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Clark RE, Godfrey JD, Hammad HT, Bechtold ML. Ursodiol use for the chemoprevention of colorectal cancer in patients with ulcerative colitis and primary sclerosing cholangitis: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2011;106(S2):S564 (1475). 112. Ashraf I, Paracha S, Paracha SR, Arif M, Choudhary A, Clark RE, Godfrey JD, Matteson ML, Ibdah JA, Dabbagh O, Bechtold ML. Continue or discontinue warfarin for fecal occult blood testing? A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2011;106(S2):S576 (1508). 113. Ellingson D, Miick R, Chang F, Hillard R, Choudhary A, Ashraf I, Bechtold ML, Diaz- Arias A. Diagnostic yield of microscopic colitis in open access endoscopy center. Am J Gastroenterol 2011;106(S2):S155 (395). 114. Abdullah O, Hammad H, Arif M, Bechtold M, Grewal A. A rare case of massive upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage in immunocompromised host. Am J Gastroenterol 2011;106(S2):S205 (529). 115. Matteson ML, Bechtold ML, Winn J, Bragg JD, Russell CL. A pilot study to improve maintenance medication adherence in adult inflammatory bowel disease patients. Am J Gastroenterol 2012;107(S1):S612 (1526).

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116. Lim RG, Cobell WJ, Theivanayagam S, Kilgore TW, Matteson ML, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Upper GI bleeding with myocardial infarction: Evaluation of safety for endoscopy. Am J Gastroenterol 2012;107(S1):S769 (1890). 117. Theivanayagam S, Lim RG, Cobell WJ, Gowda JT, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML. Erythromycin before endoscopy in upper GI bleeding: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Gastroenterol 2012;107(S1):S747 (1835). 118. Ashraf I, Choudhary A, Akbar SA, Jackson AT, Arif M, Bechtold ML. Synbiotic use in severe acute pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2012;107(S1):S112 (261). 119. Bearelly D, Kottewar S, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA. Why do patients scheduled for a procedure do not show or cancel within 48hrs of the procedure? Am J Gastroenterol 2012;107(S1):S779 (1913). 120. Theivanayagam S, Giltrap TM, Matteson ML, Arif M, Bechtold ML. Iatrogenic malnutrition: More common than you think. Am J Gastroenterol 2012;107(S1):S496 (1244). 121. Lim RG, Rawlings AL, Schultz SL, Bradley LH, Hammad HT, Bechtold ML. Unusual cause of constipation: Sunflower seed bezoar. Am J Gastroenterol 2012;107(S1):S466 (1166). 122. Kottewar S, Bearelly D, Clark RE, Odum BR, Bechtold ML, Diaz-Arias A, Marshall JB, Arif MA. Disseminated miliary tuberculosis: Diagnosed in the colon. Am J Gastroenterol 2012;107(S1):S454 (1133). 123. Ashraf I, Kilgore K, Jackson A, Paracha S, Akbar S, Arif M, Christianson L, Bechtold ML. Acute hepatitis associated with the use of Levofloxacin: A case report. Am J Gastroenterol 2012;107(S1):S418 (1032). 124. Winn J, Akbar SA, Theivanayagam S, Lim RG, Odum BR, Bechtold ML, Diaz-Arias A, Arif M. Disseminated Colonic Histoplasmosis in an Immunocompromised Patient. Am J Gastroenterol 2012;107(S1):S463 (1159). 125. Akbar SA, Winn J, Choudhary A, Lim RG, Bechtold ML, Arif M. Small cell carcinoma: An unusual location. Am J Gastroenterol 2012;107(S1):S234 (565). 126. Lim RG, Cobell WJ, Theivanayagam S, Kilgore TW, Matteson ML, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Upper GI bleeding with myocardial infarction: Evaluation of safety for endoscopy. Health Sciences Research Day 2012;89:61. http://icats.missouri.edu/researchday/2012Research%20Day%20BookinsidePrint.pdf. 127. Theivanayagam S, Lim RG, Cobell WJ, Gowda JT, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML. Erythromycin before endoscopy in upper GI bleeding: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Health Sciences Research Day 2012;98:66. http://icats.missouri.edu/researchday/2012 Research%20Day%20BookinsidePrint.pdf. 128. Ahmad D, Lopez KT, Esmadi MA, Oroszi G, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML. The effect of indomethacin in the prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta- analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2013;77(5):AB238 (Sa1526). 129. Cobell WJ, Hinds AM, Lim RG, Theivanayagam S, Akbar S, Navani R, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Feeding After Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy: Experience of Early Versus Delayed Feeding. Gastrointest Endosc 2013;77(5):AB150-1 (416) (Oral Presentation). 130. Ahmad D, Esmadi M, Firwana B, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Bechtold ML. Effect of Linaclotide in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome and chronic constipation: A meta- analysis. Gastroenterology 2013;144(5-S1):S-215 (Sa1151).

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131. Choudhary A, Hinds AM, Uhlich RM, Ashraf I, Siddique S, Bansal P, Arif M, Ibdah JA, Bechtold ML. Early aggressive fluid resuscitation for acute pancreatitis – Is it time for large multicenter randomized trial? Gastroenterology 2013;144(5-S1):S-277 (Sa1371). 132. Uhlich R, Akbar S, Winn J, Siddique S, Hinds A, Arif M, Bechtold M, Choudhary A. Pancreatic heterotopia in the setting of eosinophilic esophagitis: A case report and review of the literature. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S30 (90). 133. Choudhary A, Winn J, Siddique S, Hinds A, Kottewar S, Arif M, Bechtold M. Early precut biliary papillotomy prevents post-ERCP pancreatitis: A systematic review and meta- analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S81 (264). 134. Uhlich R, Kottewar S, Winn J, Siddique S, Hinds A, Arif M, Bechtold M. Colon angiolipoma: A rare case and review of literature. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S183 (623). 135. Lopez K, Rahman R, Winn J, Akbar S, Holly JS, Bechtold M, Arif M. Large circumferential inlet patch presenting as pseudo-Barrett’s esophagus. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S198 (667). 136. Ahmad D, Hinds A, Lopez K, Arif M, Matteson M, Bechtold M. An unusual complication of splenic artery coil embolization. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S328 (1102). 137. Nayani R, Siddique S, Arif M, Hammad H, Bechtold M, Ibdah J, Choudhary A. Acute fatal presentation of adult-onset ornithine transcarbamylase (OTC) deficiency. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S349 (1186). 138. Ahmad D, Hinds A, Lopez K, Holly JS, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Drug-induced hematochezia in a woman with interstitial cystitis. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S374 (1270). 139. Hinds A, Ahmad D, Muenster J, Berg Z, Lopez K, Holly JS, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Ipilimumab-induced colitis: A rare but serious side effect. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S374-5 (1271). 140. Hinds A, Ahmad D, Lopez K, Holly JS, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Mucinous carcinoma of the eyelid with colonic mass: A rare partnership. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S375 (1272). 141. Hinds A, Lopez K, Choudhary A, Holly JS, Arif M, Bechtold M. Young male with cecal mass and family history of skin tumors. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S387 (1304). 142. Hinds A, Ahmad D, Lopez K, Arif M, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Chronic diarrhea: A rarely looked at but common etiology. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S432 (1462). 143. Lopez K, Ahmad D, Hinds A, Hammad H, Godfrey J, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Endoscopic therapy of duodenal bulb pseudoaneurysm. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S444 (1493). 144. Ahmad D, Hinds A, Lopez K, Berg Z, Muenster J, Holly JS, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Gastrointestinal stromal tumor causing massive upper GI bleeding: A case report. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S445 (1494). 145. Sathyamurthy A, Lopez K, Lim R, Le V, Holly JS, Choudhary A, Bechtold M, Arif M. Endoscopic tattooing site presenting as colonic pseudotumor. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S451 (1511). 146. Hinds A, Ahmad D, Lopez K, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Weekday versus weekend admissions for upper gastrointestinal bleeding: Is there a true difference in patient outcomes? A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S479 (1596).

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147. Matteson M, Lopez K, Sliger A, Mathews M, Bechtold M. Improving care access for new patients in an outpatient gastroenterology clinic: A novel approach. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S479 (1597). 148. Lopez K, Siddique S, Hinds A, Ahmad D, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Miralax and Gatorade without bisacodyl for bowel preparation: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S484 (1612). 149. Siddique S, Lopez K, Ahmad D, Hinds A, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Full-dose Miralax with Gatorade for bowel preparation: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S484 (1613). 150. Cobell W, Siddique S, Godfrey J, Bearelly D, Bechtold M, Arif M. Quality of colonoscopy reporting among gastroenterology fellows: An improvement initiative. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S492 (1640). 151. Siddique S, Cobell W, Godfrey J, Bechtold M, Arif M. Improving camaraderie in a gastroenterology fellowship program: To socialize or not to socialize. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S495 (1653). 152. Siddique S, Lopez K, Hinds A, Ahmad D, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Split-dose Miralax with Gatorade for bowel preparation: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S640 (2105). 153. Lopez K, Siddique S, Ahmad D, Hinds A, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Miralax with Gatorade and bisacodyl for bowel preparation: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Gastroenterol 2013;108(S1):S640 (2106). 154. Nguyen DL, Palmer LB, McClave SA, Martindale RG, Bechtold ML. Specialized enteral nutrition therapy improves initial response and long-term clinical remission among Crohn’s patients on infliximab therapy: A meta-analysis. Gastroenterology 2014;146(5):S200-1 (1104). 155. Theivanayagam S, Lopez KT, Asombang AW, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML. Airway assessment prior to endoscopy: A retrospective analysis of accuracy among gastroenterologists. Gastrointest Endosc 2014;79(5):AB223-4 (1585). 156. Theivanayagam S, Lopez KT, Asombang AW, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML. ASA classification prior to endoscopic procedures: A retrospective analysis on accuracy of gastroenterologists. Gastroenterology 2014;146(5):S554 (1090). 157. Lopez KT, Theivanayagam S, Asombang AW, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML Do gastroenterologists get it right? A retrospective analysis of ASA scores of patients undergoing endoscopic procedures. Gastrointest Endosc 2014;79(5):AB224 (1586). 158. Lopez KT, Theivanayagam S, Asombang AW, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML. Do gastroenterologists get it right? A retrospective analysis of airway assessment of patients undergoing endoscopic procedures. Gastroenterology 2014;146(5):S556 (1099). 159. Ashraf I, Ashraf S, Nguyen DL, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML. Hyoscine for polyp detection during colonoscopy: A meta-analysis. Gastroenterology 2014;146(5):S735 (1039). 160. Ashraf I, Nguyen DL, Choudhary A, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML Ursodiol as a chemoprotective agent for colorectal cancer in inflammatory bowel disease and primary sclerosing cholangitis: A meta-analysis. Gastroenterology 2014;146(5):S201 (1105). 161. Bechtold ML, Nguyen DL, Palmer LB, Kiraly LN, Martindale RG, McClave SA. Nasal bridles for securing nasoenteric tubes: A meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2014;79(5):AB199 (1517).

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162. Siddique S, Kottewar S, Theivanayagam S, Almashhrawi A, Uhlich RM, Ashraf I, Arif M, Bechtold ML, Choudhary A. Steroid use for prevention of strictures post-endoscopic submucosal dissection: A meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2014;79(5):AB516 (1372). 163. Kottewar S, Siddique S, Uhlich RM, Theivanayagam S, Ashraf I, Almashhrawi A, Bearelly D, Arif M, Bechtold M, Choudhary A. Intra-lesional steroid injections in the treatment of benign recurrent esophageal strictures: A meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2014;79(5):AB250 (1543). 164. Asombang AW, Theivanayagam S, Lopez KT, Bechtold ML. Diphenhydramine use in conscious sedation: A retrospective analysis of efficacy. Am J Gastroenterol 2014;109(S2):S556 (1877). 165. Mahdi A, Bechtold ML, Hammad HT. Flat rectal lesion: Not your typical polyp. Am J Gastroenterol 2014;109(S2):S417 (1411). 166. Ahmad D, Esmadi M, Firwana B, Hinds A, Ashraf I, Bechtold M. Effect of otilonium bromide in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2014;109(S2):S540 (1824). 167. Hinds A, Ahmad D, Ashraf I, Nguyen D, Bechtold M. Effects of high-dose versus non- high-dose PPI on upper gastrointestinal bleeding: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2014;109(S2):S651 (2242). 168. Ashraf I, Ashraf S, Arif M, Siddique S, Bechtold ML, Choudhary A. Probiotic use for management of pouchitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2014;109(S2):S677-8 (2147). 169. Almashhrawi A, Rahman R, Jersak ST, Asombang AW, Hinds AM, Hammad HT, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Prophylactic tracheal intubation versus no intubation for upper GI bleeding: Is there a true difference in patient outcomes? Am J Gastroenterol 2014;109(S2):S577 (1949). 170. Ashraf I, Nguyen DL, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML. Ursodiol as chemoprevention for colorectal cancer: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2014;109(S2):S615 (2094). 171. Siddique S, Ashraf I, Sohail U, Romana B, Kottewar S, Arif M, Bechtold ML, Choudhary A, Bearelly D. Improving the quality of bowel preparations by educational intervention: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2014;109(S2):S655 (2257). 172. Ashraf I, Ashraf S, Hinds A, Romana B, Siddique S, Arif M, Bechtold M, Choudhary A. One-step versus two-step management of cholelithiasis: A systematic review and meta- analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2014;109(S2):S666 (1492). 173. Moole H, Jaeger AL, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. A meta-analysis and systematic review: Success of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy in chronic calcific pancreatitis management. Gastroenterology 2015;148(4):S173 (917). 174. Kandula M, Moole H, Cashman MD, Volmar FH, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Success of endoscopic ultrasound-guided ethanol ablation of pancreatic cysts: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastroenterology 2015;148(4):S520-1 (1467). 175. Moole H, Cashman MD, Volmar FH, Dhillon S, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Is there a morbidity and survival benefit for metal over plastic stents in managing malignant distal biliary strictures? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastroenterology 2015;148(4):S1030 (1869). 176. Almashhrawi A, Mir F, Mahdi A Sathyamurthy A, Madsen R, Bechtold M, Mankoo R, Bragg J, Asombang A. Improving medical record documentation of clinical encounters in

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) patients: A review of current practice. Gastroenterology 2015;148(4):S206 (1046). 177. Nguyen DL, Nguyen ET, Bechtold ML. Effect of immunosuppressive therapies for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease on response to routine vaccinations: A meta- analysis. Gastroenterology 2015;148(4):S249 (1180). 178. Nguyen DL, Nguyen ET, Asombang AW, Bechtold ML The effect of low-residue diet on quality of bowel preparation on screening colonoscopy: A meta-analysis of randomized control trials. Gastroenterology 2015;148(4):S600 (1083). 179. Mir F, Almashhrawi A, Mahdi A, Sathyamurthy A, Madsen R, Bechtold M, Mankoo R, Bragg J, Asombang A. Health maintenance in inflammatory Bowel disease: are we fulfilling our specialty role? A quality assessment. Gastroenterology 2015;148(4):S597 (1073). 180. Moole H, Jaeger AL, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Is there a benefit in exocrine and endocrine function with the use of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy in chronic calcific pancreatitis management: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2015;81(5):AB403 (1390). 181. Moole H, Cashman MD, Volmar FH, Dhillon S, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Are covered metal stents better than uncovered metal stents for malignant biliary stricture? A meta- analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2015;81(5):AB346 (1601). 182. Moole H, Dhillon S, Volmar FH, Cashman MD, Bechtold ML, Puli SR Is there a survival and morbidity benefit of covered over uncovered metal stents in malignant biliary strictures? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2015;81(5):AB399 (1378). 183. Sohail U, Siddique S, Chela HK, Jersak S, Arif Z, Bechtold ML, Arif M. Risk of early post-procedure bleeding with percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube placement in patients using clopidogrel. Gastrointest Endosc 2015;81(5):AB155 (560). 184. Rahman R, Sohail U, Almashhrawi AA, Ashraf I, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Endoscopic removal of Bravo pH probe: Report of two cases. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S206 (478). 185. Almashhrawi AA, Sohail U, Rahman R, Ashraf I, Coberly JS, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Elmiron-induced hepatotoxicity: A rare case. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S354-5 (811). 186. Chin M, Karnes W, Mazen Jamal M, Samarasena J, Lee R, Lee JG, Albers CG, Bechtold M, Nguyen DL. Optimizing adenoma detection rate through the use of Endocuff: A meta- analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S563 (1283). 187. Lopez KT, Matsuda BJ, Thompson K, Bechtold ML. Clinical associations and lack of seasonal variation in children and adolescents with eosinophilic esophagitis. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S712 (1673). 188. Rahman R, Nguyen DL, Sohail U, Almashhrawi AA, Ashraf I, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Pre-endoscopic erythromycin administration in upper GI bleeding: Is it time to change the guidelines? A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S944 (2276). 189. Mahdi A, Sohail U, Arif M, Bechtold ML. Food Boluses: , why, and when? Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S703 (1644). 190. Sathyamurthy A, Chela H, Romana B, Yousef M, Jersak S, Arif Z, Emmett S, Singh A, Bechtold ML, Arif M. Utility of upper endoscopy as a diagnostic tool in symptomatic

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patients with gastroparesis: A retrospective study. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S1021 (2464). 191. Sathyamurthy A, Arif Z, Yousef M, Chela H, Romana B, Emmett S, Winn J, Jersak S, Singh A, Bechtold ML, Arif M. Use of anti-reflux medications and prevalence of erosive esophagitis in patients with gastroparesis: A retrospective study. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S1023 (2470). 192. Yousef M, Chela H, Romana B, Arif Z, Jersak S, Winn J, Sathyamurthy A, Singh A, Bechtold ML, Arif M. Presenting symptoms and diagnostic work-up in patients with gastroparesis at a tertiary-care center. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S1023-4 (2471). 193. Ashraf I, Sohail U, Mir F, Bechtold ML, Hammad HT. Endoscopic band ligation of symptomatic inflammatory rectal polyps. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S204 (473). 194. Sohail U, Lopez KT, Berry D, Bechtold ML. The effect of staff education on the quality of inpatient bowel preparation for colonoscopy. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S655 (1515). 195. Almashhrawi AA, Ashraf I, Rahman R, Sohail U, Coberly JS, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Colonic obstruction by ulcerating lipoma: A rare case. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S151 (345). 196. Nguyen ET, Bhatia S, Yoon K, Bechtold ML, Mazen Jamal M, Nguyen DL. Can the use of mesalamine prevent recurrent diverticulitis?: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S563 (1282). 197. Sohail U, Rahman R, Ashraf I, Almashhrawi AA, Coberly JS, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Metastatic melanoma discovered in gastric polyps: A rare occurrence. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S503 (1152). 198. Sohail U, Mahdi A, Bechtold ML, Arif M. Effect of Age and BMI on risk of early post- procedure bleeding with percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy placement. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S631 (1467). 199. Mir F, Romana B, Chela H, Madsen R, Winn J, Bechtold M, Asombang AW. Endoscopic surveillance for reflux esophagitis: Is it really needed? A retrospective review and quality assessment. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S938 (2260). 200. Sathyamurthy A, Winn JN, Chela H, Romana B, Yousef M, Madsen RW, Bechtold ML, Asombang AW. Pancreatic Cancer Survival Outcomes Based on Gender and Geographical Location: Retrospective Study at a Tertiary Medical Center. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S937 (2258). 201. Chin M, Bechtold M, Lee J, Jamal MM, Nguyen D. Safety and efficacy of double- balloon enteroscopy: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S993 (2391). 202. Almashhrawi AA, Rahman R, Sohail U, Ashraf I, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Bactrim- induced hepatotoxicity: A rare occurrence. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S350 (800). 203. Sohail U, Ashraf I, Almashhrawi AA, Rahman R, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Black cohosh-induced abdominal pain: Sometimes more than just a supplement. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S284-5 (641). 204. Almashhrawi AA, Rahman R, Sohail U, Ashraf I, Coberly JS, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Mysterious black Crystalline pigment in the duodenum. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S437 (1009). 205. Rahman R, Ashraf I, Sohail U, Almashhrawi AA, Coberly JS, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Endoscopically evident celiac disease with negative pathology: A case report. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S449 (1035).

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206. Ashraf I, Romana B, Sohail U, Almashhrawi AA, Rahman R, Coberly JS, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Ciprofloxacin-induced thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura: A rare case. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S437 (1010). 207. Sohail U, Almashhrawi AA, Rahman R, Ashraf I, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. CVID- induced diarrhea: A rare cause of chronic diarrhea. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S132 (301). 208. Ashraf I, Sohail U, Rahman R, Almashhrawi AA, Coberly JS, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Carcinoid of the duodenal bulb: A rare occurrence. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S443 (1022). 209. Almashhrawi AA, Rahman R, Sohail U, Ashraf I, Coberly JS, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Elmiron-induced colitis: A rare complication. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S151 (344). 210. Sathyamurthy A, Arif Z, Winn J, Romana B, Chela H, Yousef M, Jersak S, Singh A, Bechtold ML, Arif M. Comparison of body mass index (BMI) of symptomatic patients with and without gastroparesis: A retrospective study. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S1021 (2463). 211. Rahman R, Almashhrawi AA, Ashraf I, Sohail U, Coberly JS, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. UGIB from a hyperplastic gastric polyp: An uncommon complication of a common polyp. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S517-8 (1178). 212. Almashhrawi AA, Ashraf I, Sohail U, Rahman R, Coberly JS, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Ulcerative colitis flare or infection: Sometimes difficult to know with immunosuppression. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S296-7 (671). 213. Mahdi A, Long TM, Bechtold ML, Hammoud G. Metastatic melanoma; Master of stealth. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S884 (2115). 214. Mir F, Bechtold ML, Hammad HT. Single balloon-assisted colonoscopy for failed colonoscopy – A Case Series. Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S669 (1550). 215. Sohail U, Romana B, Randoll TR, Rahman R, Almashhrawi AA, Ashraf I, Partyka E, Asombang AW, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Adenoma detection rate during screening colonoscopy: Does distance between endoscopist and monitor matter? Am J Gastroenterol 2015;110(S1):S640 (1485). 216. Boumitri C, Mir F, Ashraf I, Matteson-Kome ML, Asombang AW, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Prophylactic clipping after polypectomy: Does it prevent post-polypectomy bleeding: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2016;83(5):AB234 (1155). 217. Mir F, Boumitri C, Ashraf I, Matteson-Kome ML, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Cap-assisted colonoscopy versus standard colonoscopy: Is the cap beneficial? A meta- analysis of randomized controlled trials. Gastrointest Endosc 2016;83(5):AB424-5 (1007). 218. Moole H, Bechtold ML, Forcione D, Puli SR. Comparing Endoscopic ultrasound guided versus percutaneous biliary stenting in patients with inoperable malignant biliary strictures and a failed ERCP: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Gastroenterology 2016;150(4):S656 (1166). 219. Moole H, Forcione D, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. A systematic review and meta-analysis: Success of Endoscopic ultrasound guided biliary stenting in patients with inoperable malignant biliary strictures and a failed ERCP. Gastrointest Endosc 2016;83(5):AB339-40 (1291).

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220. Moole H, Forcione D, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Utility of Endoscopic ultrasound in diagnosing pancreatic malignancy that is not detectable on a multidetector CT scan: A meta- analysis and systematic review. Gastroenterology 2016;150(4):S512 (1387). 221. Moole H, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Are double layer stents better than plastic stents for malignant biliary strictures? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastroenterology 2016;150(4):S1128 (1489). 222. Moole H, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Comparison of double layer stents and self-expandable metal stents for malignant biliary strictures: A metaanalysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2016;83(5):AB437 (1037). 223. Moole H, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Effect of preoperative biliary drainage on length of post-operative hospital stay in patient with malignant obstructive jaundice: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastroenterology 2016;150(4):S516 (1477). 224. Kandula M, Bechtold ML, Verma K, Aulakh BS, Taneja D, Puli SR. Is there a difference between 19 G core biopsy needle and 22 G core biopsy needle in diagnosing the correct etiology? Gastrointest Endosc 2016;83(5):AB340-1 (1294). 225. Nguyen DL, Ha I, Hogan C, Bechtold ML, Mazen Jamal M. Pre-operative optimization of nutritional status using parenteral and enteral nutrition among Crohn’s patients improves post-operative outcomes: A meta-analysis. Gastroenterology 2016;150(4):S425 (1990). 226. Bechtold ML, Asombang A, Madsen R, Simuyandi M, Phiri G, Ibdah JA, Lishimpf K, Banda L. Pancreatic cancer: Patterns in a low to middle income population, Zambia. Am J Gastroenterol 2016;111(S1):S449 (1032). 227. Bechtold ML, Asombang A, Madsen R, Simuyandi M, Phiri G, Ibdah JA, Lishimpf K, Banda L. Colorectal cancer: Descriptive analysis comparing native African population to an African American population. Am J Gastroenterol 2016;111(S1):S449 (1031). 228. Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML, Mazen Jamal M. Increasing frequency of hospitalizations among young patients for complicated diverticulitis: National trends and in-hospital outcomes. Gastroenterology 2017;152(5):S948 (1710). 229. Ortizo RD, Lee SY, Bechtold ML. Mazen Jamal M, Nguyen DL. Exposure to oral contraceptives increases risk for development of inflammatory bowel disease: A meta- analysis of case-controlled studies. Gastroenterology 2017;152(5):S978 (1817). 230. Boumitri, C, Nguyen DL, Nguyen ET, Matteson-Kome ML, Mazen Jamal M, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Rectal NSAID in the prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2017;85(5):AB215 (Sa1375). 231. Vanar V, Kalva N, Bechtold ML, Forcione DG, Puli SR. Efficacy and safety of lumen apposing self-expandable metal stents for EUS guided cholesystostomy: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Gastrointest Endosc 2017;85(5):AB468 (Mo1235). 232. Abdel Jalil A, Nibber A, Mahdi A, Bechtold M, Ibdah J, Tahan V. Early buried bumper syndrome: A rare complication of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube placement. Am J Gastroenterol 2017;112(S1):S1003 (1830). 233. Turse E, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Impact of sedation type of quality indicators for screening colonoscopy. Gastrointest Endosc 2018;87(6):AB160-1 (Sa1053). 234. Kandula M, Patel J, Forcione DG, Revenur V, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Peroral cholangioscopic visual impression in the diagnosis of biliary malignancy: A meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2018;87(6):AB596 (Tu1433).

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235. Kandula M, Patel J, Forcione DG, Revenur V, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Peroral cholangioscopy directed biopsies in the diagnosis of biliary malignancy: A meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2018;87(6):AB212 (Sa1321). 236. Romana B, Hundal Jasmine, Yousef M, Kuwajima V, Bechtold M, Tahan V. Esophageal parakeratosis: Not all white plaques are Candida. Am J Gastroenterol 2018; 113:S993-4 (1740). 237. Kuwajima V, Romana B, Matteson-Kome M, Nguyen D, Puli S, Bechtold M. Enhancing Communication between Gastroenterology fellows and Medicine residents. A quality initiative. Am J Gastroenterol 2018;113:S633 (1092). 238. Tran K, Romana B, Kuwajima V, Matteson-Kome M, Nguyen D, Puli S, Bechtold M. Mallory-Weiss Tear Following Banding of Esophageal Varices: A rare complication. Am J Gastroenterol 2018;113:S1643 (2985). 239. Lui F, Hussain S, Patel A, Bechtold M, Nguyen D. Decreased risk of hepatocellular carcinoma recurrence with direct-acting antivirals for hepatitis C: A meta-analysis. Am J Gastroenterol 2018;113:S547-8 (971). 240. Rossow B, Tahan V, Bechtold M, Samiullah S, Bragg J. A hard pill to swallow: Esophageal intramural pseudodiverticulosis. Am J Gastroenterol 2018;113:S1002 (1755). 241. Romana B, Kuwajima-Smith V, Matteson-Kome ML, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Erythromycin and upper gastrointestinal bleeding: A meta-analysis for 2018. Am J Gastroenterol 2018;113:S307 (536). 242. Parsa N, Matteson-Kome, ML, Samiullah Sami, Bechtold ML. New patient access in a gastroenterology clinic: A quality improvement initiative. Gastroenterology 2019;156(6):S139 (659). 243. Cockerell CJ, Parsa N, Matteson-Kome ML, Samiullah S, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Hemospray monotherapy for non-variceal upper GI bleeding: A meta- analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2019;89(6):AB558 (Tu1103). 244. Parsa N, Cockerell CJ, Matteson-Kome ML, Samiullah S, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Split-dose vs same-day bowel preparation for afternoon colonoscopies: A meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc 2019;89(6):AB519 (Mo1681). 245. Heath RD, Parsa N, Matteson-Kome ML, Samiullah S, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Music during colonoscopy: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Gastroenterol 2019;114:S328-9 (569).

POSTER & ORAL PRESENTATIONS

1. Bechtold ML, Shawa I, Aboudan M. Internet shopping for backyard pharmaceuticals: Case of jimsonweed (Datura stramonium) poisoning in mid-Missouri. 2003 Missouri Chapter ACP Associate Poster Competition. 2. Zuidema A, Bechtold M, Ravindran P. Hazardous herbal supplements in society: A rare case of acute hepatitis and acute renal failure secondary to over-the-counter herbal supplementation. 2005 Missouri Chapter ACP Associate Poster Competition. 3. Gornowicz B, Bechtold M, Jain R. “Blacking-out” – Not always black and white: A rare case of oligoastrocytoma. 2005 Missouri Chapter ACP Associate Poster Competition.

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4. Dellsperger KC, Scott S, Bechtold M, Nelson K, Cox KR, Hall LW. Revised M&M conference format into a patient safety M&M leads to performance improvement efforts in an internal medicine department. 2005 Patient Safety Conference. 5. Bechtold ML, Perez RA, Marshall JB. Effect of music on patients undergoing outpatient colonoscopy. Digestive Disease Week – Los Angeles, CA – May 2006. 6. Szary N, Bechtold M, Jiang P. Paradoxical incidentaloma: Wrong study but right diagnosis. 2006 Missouri Chapter ACP Associate Poster Competition. 7. Kilgore T, Bechtold M, Zuidema A, Ravindran P. Myocardial infarction and acute cholecystitis: More than a coincidence. 2006 Missouri Chapter ACP Associate Poster Competition. 8. Kadam VS, Bechtold ML, Ravindran PD. Inflammatory myoglandular polyp of the colon: A rare etiology of rectal bleeding. 2006 Missouri Chapter ACP Associate Poster Competition. 9. Ogden J, Bechtold M, Salzer W. Churg-Strauss syndrome: A diagnostic quandry. 2006 Missouri Chapter ACP Associate Poster Competition. 10. Holly JS, Bechtold M, Thaler K, Marshall J. Bravo (wireless) ambulatory esophageal pH monitoring: How do day 1 and day 2 results compare? American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV – October 2006. 11. Bechtold ML, Oza AY, Szary NM, Marshall JB. Multi-focal colonic follicular lymphoma: A rare case discovered on screening colonoscopy. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV – October 2006. 12. Holly JS, Bechtold M, Thaler K, Marshall J. Bravo (wireless) ambulatory esophageal pH monitoring: How do day 1 and day 2 results compare? University of Missouri – Columbia Research Day – November 2006. 13. Bechtold ML, Scott S, Nelson K, Cox KR, Dellsperger KC, Hall LW. Revised M&M conference format into a patient safety M&M leads to performance improvement efforts in an internal medicine department. University of Missouri – Columbia Research Day – November 2006. 14. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold M, Antillon MR, Marshall J, Roy P, Ibdah JA. Did technology over years effect endoscopic ultrasound’s accuracy to diagnose vascular invasion in pancreatic and periampullary cancers? A meta-analysis & systematic review. University of Missouri – Columbia Research Day – November 2006. 16. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon M, Ibdah JA. Does FNA improve the accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in evaluating mediastinal lymphadenopathy? A meta-analysis and systematic review. 11th Annual Young Investigators' Conference in Digestive Diseases – La Jolla, California – April 20, 2007. 17. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon M, Ibdah JA. Endoscopic ultrasound’s accuracy in staging esophageal cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. 17th Annual North American Conference of Gastroenterology Fellows – San Diego, California – April 12-15, 2007. 18. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. The influence of advancing technology in endoscopic ultrasound on the accuracy of nodal staging in esophageal cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington, DC – May 2007. 19. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Has improvement in endoscopic ultrasounds’ technology over the last 20 years enhanced its ability to diagnose distal

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metastasis of esophageal cancers? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington, DC – May 2007. 20. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. T staging accuracy of esophageal cancers by endoscopic ultrasound: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington, DC – May 2007. 21. Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Othman MO, Bartalos CR, Marshall JB, Roy PK. Effect of music on patients undergoing colonoscopy: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Digestive Disease Week – Washington, DC – May 2007. 22. Reddy J, Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Ibdah JA. Role of FNA in the accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in nodal staging of esophageal cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. [Oral] Digestive Disease Week – Washington, DC – May 2007. 23. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in diagnosing celiac axis lymph node metastasis of esophageal cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington, DC – May 2007. 24. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Successful complete cure en-bloc resection of large colonic polyps by endoscopic mucosal or submucosal resection: A meta- analysis and systematic review. [Oral] Digestive Disease Week – Washington, DC – May 2007. 25. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon D, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Does endoscopic ultrasound’s technology affect the nodal staging of gastric cancers? A meta-analysis & systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington, DC – May 2007. 26. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon D, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Has improvement in EUS technology over the past two decades affected endoscopic ultrasound’s accuracy in diagnosing vascular invasion by pancreatic and periampullary cancers? A meta-analysis & systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington, DC – May 2007. 27. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Marshall JB, Ibdah JA. How accurate is endoscopic ultrasound for T staging in gastric cancers? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington, DC – May 2007. 28. Choudhary A, Kilgore T, Bechtold M. Acrylamide poisoning: An extremely rare case identified in Missouri. 2007 Missouri Chapter ACP Associate Poster Competition. 29. Kilgore TW, Ogden JS, Grewal A, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Antillon MR, Ibdah JA. Abernethy malformation – A rare case and method of detection. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – , PA – October 2007. 30. Saettele TM, Saettele M, Tiwari P, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Antillon MR. Treatment of symptomatic cystic duct stone in a pretransplant cirrhotic patient. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2007. 31. Tiwari P, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Ibdah JA, Marshall JB, Antillon MR. Peroral cholecystoscopy-directed electrohydraulic lithotripsy of symptomatic cholecystolithiasis in poor surgical candidates. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2007. 32. Kilgore TW, Bechtold ML, Delcour KS, Matteson ML, Puli SR, Bragg JD. Endoscopy after myocardial infarction: A retrospective evaluation of safety from a tertiary-care center. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2007. 33. Bechtold ML, Grewal A, Kilgore TW, Puli SR, Antillon MR. Delayed colonic perforation after ESD in a patient with ulcerative colitis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2007.

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34. Tiwari P, Saettele TM, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Antillon MR. Effectiveness of EUS in liver lesions of unclear etiology. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2007. 35. Hart PA, Bechtold ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Othman MO, Marshall JB, Roy PK. Prophylactic antibiotics in necrotizing pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2007. 36. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Othman MO, Puli SR, Marshall JB, Roy PK. Systemic antibiotic prophylaxis for percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2007. 37. Puli SR, Choudhary A, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Grewal A, Bartalos C, Bragg JD, Roy PK. Efficacy of proton pump inhibitors in reflux laryngitis: A meta-analysis and systematic review. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2007. 38. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Ibdah JA. Is there improvement over years in the diagnostic accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in evaluating T-staging of gastric cancers? A meta-analysis and systematic review. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2007. 39. Pais WP, Hammoud G, Tiwari P, Bartalos C, Miller M, Diaz-Arias A, Antillon D, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Effectiveness of endoscopic and non-surgical management of gastrointestinal perforations caused during endoscopic procedures. Canadian Digestive Disease Week – Montreal, Quebec – March 2008. 40. Tiwari P, Pais WP, Kowal MR, Bechtold ML, Bartalos C, Antillon D, Antillon MR. Management of a migrated and blocked metallic biliary stent using argon plasma coagulator: A case report. Canadian Digestive Disease Week – Montreal, Quebec – March 2008. 41. Saettele TM, Kowal MR, Pais WP, Tiwari P, Bechtold ML, Bartalos C, Antillon D, Antillon MR. Peroral cholangioscopy-guided biliary stent placement in a case of a symptomatic cystic lesion of the common bile duct. Canadian Digestive Disease Week – Montreal, Quebec – March 2008. 42. Tiwari P, Pais WP, Bechtold ML, Bartalos C, Antillon MR. Retrograde placement of an alveolus Alimaxx-E covered esophageal stent via endoscopic gastrostomy for esophageal stricture in a case of failed traditional esophageal stent placement. Canadian Digestive Disease Week – Montreal, Quebec – March 2008. 43. Bechtold ML, Pais WP, Tiwari P, Antillon MR. Peroral cholangioscopy using Spyglass direct visualization probe and electrohydraulic lithotripsy for the management of symptomatic cholelithiasis in a non-surgical candidate. Canadian Digestive Disease Week – Montreal, Quebec – March 2008. 44. Bechtold ML, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Jiang PP, Roy PK. Early versus delayed feeding after placement of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy: A meta-analysis. Nutritional Sciences & F21C Nutrition Cluster – University of Missouri – Columbia Nutrition & Exercise Research Week – March 2008. 45. Bechtold ML, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Jiang PP, Roy PK. Early versus delayed feeding after placement of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy: A meta-analysis. [Oral] Digestive Disease Week – San Diego, CA – May 2008. 46. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Roy PK, Bragg JD, Ravindran PD, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in diagnosing various T-stages of rectal cancers: A meta- analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – San Diego, CA – May 2008.

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47. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Roy PK, Bragg JD, Ravindran PD, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. Can endoscopic ultrasound predict if rectal cancers or large polyps can be resected endoscopically? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – San Diego, CA – May 2008. 48. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Roy PK, Bragg JD, Ravindran PD, Ibdah JA, Antillon MR. How accurate is endoscopic ultrasound in staging perirectal nodal invasion by rectal cancers? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – San Diego, CA – May 2008. 49. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Ibdah J A. Nodal staging accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in gastric cardia cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – San Diego, CA – May 2008. 50. Puli SR, Reddy J, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR, Ibdah JA. T staging accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in gastric cardia cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – San Diego, CA – May 2008. 51. Othman MO, Kaza A, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Dunkelberg JC, Roy PK. Ursodeoxycholic acid in primary sclerosing cholangitis: A systematic review and meta- analysis. Digestive Disease Week – San Diego, CA – May 2008. 52. Grewal AS, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Othman MO, Roy PK. Peginterferon and ribavirin for treatment of hepatitis C and HIV co-infection: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Digestive Disease Week – San Diego, CA – May 2008. 53. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Othman MO, Pais WP, Antillon MR, Roy PK. Prophylactic octreotide for prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – San Diego, CA – May 2008. 54. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Othman MO, Puli SR, Pais WP, Antillon MR, Roy PK. Prophylactic stent placement for prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – San Diego, CA – May 2008. 55. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Othman MO, Pais WP, Antillon MR, Roy PK. Prophylactic somatostatin for prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. [Oral] Digestive Disease Week – San Diego, CA – May 2008. 56. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Karpman C, Puli SR, Othman MO, Roy PK. Role of prophylactic antibiotics in laparoscopic cholecystectomy: A meta-analysis. [Oral] Digestive Disease Week – San Diego, CA – May 2008. 57. Puli SR, Reddy JBK, Bechtold M, Choudhary A, Antillon M. Affect of endoscopic ultrasound’s technology in diagnosing various T stages of gastric cardia cancers: A meta- analysis and systematic review. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Orlando, FL – October 2008. 58. Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Antillon MR, Pais WP, Othman MO, Roy PK. Gabexate for prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Orlando, FL – October 2008. 59. Opperman S, Matteson M, Bechtold M, Puli S. Hepatitis C virus response to pegylated interferon and ribavirin at a nurse-managed rural Veterans Affairs clinic. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Orlando, FL – October 2008. 60. Puli S, Matteson M, Bechtold M, Opperman S. What is the difference between hepatitis C virus patients with sustained virologic responses versus relapsers to standard treatment at a rural Veterans Affairs clinic? American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Orlando, FL – October 2008.

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61. Puli SR, Reddy JBK, Bechtold M, Choudhary A, Rashid F, Antillon M. Affect of endoscopic ultrasound’s technology in diagnosing various T stages of rectal cancers: A meta- analysis and systematic review. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Orlando, FL – October 2008. 62. Puli S, Matteson M, Opperman S, Bechtold M. Differences among hepatitis C virus patients with sustained virologic response and non-responders to standard treatment at a nurse- managed Veterans Affairs clinic. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Orlando, FL – October 2008. 63. Puli S, Opperman S, Bechtold M, Matteson M. Comparison of hepatitis C virus patients with sustained virologic responses versus relapsers with rapid virologic response to standard treatment rural Veterans Affairs clinic. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Orlando, FL – October 2008. 64. Puli SR, Reddy JBK, Bechtold M, Choudhary A, Antillon M. Affect of advancing technology on the accuracy in nodal staging of gastric cardia cancers by endoscopic ultrasound: A meta-analysis and systematic review. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Orlando, FL – October 2008. 65. Puli SR, Reddy JBK, Bechtold M, Choudhary A, Rashid F, Antillon M. Does endoscopic ultrasound’s technology affet its ability to predict rectal cancers or large polyps that can be resected endoscopically? A meta-analysis and systematic review. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Orlando, FL – October 2008. 66. Matteson M, Opperman S, Bechtold M, Puli S. Hepatitis C virus spontaneous clearance rates in a rural Veterans Affairs clinic. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Orlando, FL – October 2008. 67. Puli SR, Reddy JBK, Bechtold M, Choudhary A, Rashid F, Antillon M. Affect of advancing technology on the accuracy in nodal staging of rectal cancers with endoscopic ultrasound: A meta-analysis and systematic review. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Orlando, FL – October 2008. 68. Szary NM, Uptergrove GM, Naples SP, Ridenhour S, Gitaan R, Rector RS, Bechtold ML, Thyfault JP, Shukla SD, Ibdah JA. Mice heterozygous for a defect in mitochondrial trifunctional protein are susceptible for development of hepatic steatosis when fed a diet rich in fat with and without ethanol. AASLD – , CA – October 2008. 69. Szary NM, Uptergrove GM, Rector RS, Ridenhour S, Thyfault JP, Bechtold ML, Britton SL, Koch LG, Ibdah JA. High intrinsic aerobic capacity does not protect against hepatic steatosis from chronic ethanol intake. Nutrition Science Week – University of Missouri – Columbia Nutrition & Exercise Research Week – April 2009. 70. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Antillon MR, Carr-Locke DL. Unilateral vs bilateral metallic stents for malignant hilar obstruction: A meta-analysis and systematic review of risks. Digestive Disease Week – , IL – May/June 2009. 71. Szary NM, Arif M, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Roy PK, Bechtold ML. Early feeding after placement of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 72. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Eloubeidi MA. How good is EUS-FNA in diagnosing the correct etiology for a solid pancreatic mass? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009.

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73. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Bapoje SR, Antillon MR, Brugge WR. How good is EUS to detect pancreatic insulinomas? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 74. Antillon MR, Saito Y, Pais WP, Nakajima T, Bechtold ML, Matsuda T, Puli SR, Yahagi N. Safety and efficacy of endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) in the therapy of rectal neoplasias and cancers: A multicenter study. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 75. Choudhary A, Puli SR, Ibdah JA, Bechtold ML. Guidewire use for prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 76. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Eloubeidi MA. Accuracy of EUS-FNA to diagnose solid pancreatic lesions in chronic pancreatic vs normal pancreatic parenchyma: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 77. Choudhary A, Puli SR, Ibdah JA, Bechtold ML. Nasogastric tube feeding in acute pancreatitis: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 78. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Eloubeidi MA. Is there any advantage of using trucut needle for EUS-FNA in solid pancreatic lesions? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 79. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Choudhary A, Bapoje SR, Antillon MR. Accuracy of nodal staging in gastroesophageal junction cancers by endoscopic ultrasound: A meta- analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 80. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Antillon MR, Carr-Locke DL. Are unilateral metallic stents better than unilateral plastic stents for malignant hilar obstruction? A meta-analysis and systematic review of risks. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 81. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Choudhary A, Bapoje SR, Antillon MR. Diagnostic accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in T staging in gastroesophageal junction cancers: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 82. Choudhary A, Puli SR, Ibdah JA, Bechtold ML. Enteral feeding in acute pancreatitis: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 83. Pais WP, Tekwani SS, Tiwari P, Szary NM, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA, Marshall JB, Antillon MR. Safety and efficacy of carbon dioxide insufflation during endoscopic submucosal dissection of large polyps and early cancers of the GI tract: A retrospective analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 84. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Bapoje SR, Brugge WR. Accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound to localize gastrinomas in the pancreas: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 85. Arif M, Thapar M, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Szary NM, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Pegylated interferon and ribavirin therapy for 24 weeks versus shorter duration for patients with hepatitis C virus genotype 2 and 3 infection and rapid virologic response: A meta- analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. (Oral presentation). 86. Choudhary A, Szary NM, Bechtold ML, Puli SR, Rector S, Thyfault JP, Ibdah JA. Insulin sensitizers for the management of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009.

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87. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Antillon MR, Carr-Locke DL. Should plastic or metallic stents be chosen for bilateral stenting in malignant hilar obstruction? A meta-analysis and systematic review of risks. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 88. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Antillon MR, Carr-Locke DL. Unilateral vs bilateral plastic stenting for malignant hilar stricture: A meta-analysis and systematic review of risks. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 89. Puli SR, Bechtold ML, Reddy JBK, Bapoje SR, Antillon MR, Brugge WR. Diagnostic accuracy of EUS in detecting pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May/June 2009. 90. Hammad H, Arif M, Pais W, Bechtold M, Antillon M. SpyGlass cholangiopancreatoscopy: experience of a tertiary-care center. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2009. 91. Puli S, Bechtold M, Szary N, Eloubeidi M. Accuracy of endoscopic ultrasound in detecting solid pancreatic mass: A meta-analysis and systematic review. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2009. 92. Cunningham J, Bechtold M, Puli S, Matteson M, Thapar M. Should pre-treatment viral load determine treatment duration for chronic hepatitis C genotype 3 patients? American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2009. 93. Antillon M, Kuwajima V, Szary N, Puli S, Matteson M, Bartalos C, Bechtold M. Feasibility of transmural anterograde cholangioscopy using endoscopic ultrasound and Spyglass for biliary obstruction. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2009. 94. Szary N, Matteson M, Puli S, Bechtold M. Successful reintroduction of ASA derivative in a patient with ulcerative colitis after diagnosis of eosinophilic pneumonia. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2009. 95. Szary N, Matteson M, Puli S, Bechtold M. Budesonide for clinical and histological response in collagenous and lymphocytic colitis: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2009. 96. Szary N, Antillon M, Puli S, Bechtold M. Safety of colonic stenting in malignant obstruction: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2009. 97. Szary N, Matteson M, Puli S, Bechtold M. Should all patients with non-alcoholic liver disease consume omega-3 fatty acids? A systematic review. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2009. 98. Rashid F, Bechtold M, Puli S, Bragg J. Utility of IBD serology tests: Experience at a midwest academic center. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2009. 99. Hammad H, Pais W, Bechtold M, Diaz-Arias A, Marshall J, Ibdah J, Antillon M. Endoscopic submucosal dissection for non-circumferential duodenal lesions in the U.S. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2009. 100. Choudhary A, Szary NM, Arif M, Hammad HT, Thapar M, Hammoud GM, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA. Does guidewire use in the pancreatic duct during deep biliary cannulation prevent post-ERCP pancreatitis? A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – New Orleans, LA – May 2010.

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101. Choudhary A, Szary NM, Arif M, Hammad HT, Hammoud GM, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA. Early precut prevents post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Digestive Disease Week – New Orleans, LA – May 2010. 102. Kilgore TW, Szary NM, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Marshall JB, Bechtold ML. Split- dose polyethylene glycol for bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Digestive Disease Week – New Orleans, LA – May 2010. 103. Arif M, Hammad HT, Szary NM, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML, Antillon MR. EUS- guided biliary access and drainage (EBAD) at a tertiary care center. Digestive Disease Week – New Orleans, LA – May 2010. 104. Choudhary A, Szary NM, Kuwajima VK, Arif M, Hammoud GH, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA. Endoscopic interventions for Barrett's esophagus with low-grade dysplasia to prevent progression: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Digestive Disease Week – New Orleans, LA – May 2010. 105. Choudhary A, Szary NM, Arif M, Hammad HT, Thapar M, Hammoud GM, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA. Does guidewire use prevent post-ERCP pancreatitis? A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Digestive Disease Week – New Orleans, LA – May 2010. 106. Szary NM, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Arif M, Hammad HT, Bechtold ML. Erythromycin prior to endoscopy in acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding:A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – New Orleans, LA – May 2010 – Oral Presentation. 107. Szary NM, Kilgore TW, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Marshall JB, Bechtold ML. Low- volume polyethylene glycol and an adjunct for bowel preparation: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – New Orleans, LA – May 2010. 108. Choudhary A, Winn J, Arif M, Szary N, Chauhan L, Grewal A, Hammoud G, Bechtold M, Ibdah J. Outcome of medical versus surgical therapies for gastroesophageal reflux disease: Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Antonio, TX – October 2010. 109. Hammad H, Arif M, Szary N, Choudhary A, Bechtold M, Antillon M. EUS-guided therapy of pancreatic duct stones in chronic pancreatitis: Not a good alternative yet! American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Antonio, TX – October 2010. 110. Choudhary A, Winn J, Arif M, Thapar M, Hammad H, Grewal A, Hammoud G, Bechtold M, Ibdah J. Two-stage versus single-stage management of patients with choledocholithiasis: Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Antonio, TX – October 2010. 111. Thapar M, Choudhary A, Dundulis J, Chauhan L, Arif M, Bagree S, Ibdah J, Bechtold M. Response rates of chronic hepatitis C treatment in African Americans and Caucasians: A Meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Antonio, TX – October 2010. 112. Saad A, Choudhary A, Bagree S, Szary N, Arif M, Hammad H, Grewal A, Ibdah J, Bechtold M. Effect of Helicobacter pylori eradication on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Antonio, TX – October 2010. 113. Choudhary A, Dundulis JA, Winn J, Sathyamurthy A, Szary NM, Arif M, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JI.Early application of TIPS for variceal bleeding: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2011.

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114. Saad AM, Choudhary A, Sathyamurthy A, Hammad HT, Arif M, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JI. Effect of H. pylori treatment on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2011. 115. Ashraf I, Paracha S, Paracha S, Arif M, Choudhary A, Godfrey JD, Clark RE, Ibdah JA, Dabbagh O, Bechtold ML. Anticoagulation during fecal occult blood testing: A meta- analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Washington, DC – October 2011. 116. Godfrey JD, Clark RE, Choudhary A, Ashraf I, Matteson ML, Bechtold ML. Low- volume polyethylene glycol and ascorbic acid for bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Washington, DC – October 2011. 117. Clark RE, Godfrey JD, Choudhary A MD, Ashraf I, Matteson ML, Bechtold ML. Low- volume polyethylene glycol and bisacodyl for bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Washington, DC – October 2011. 118. Ashraf I, Paracha S, Arif M, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Clark RE, Godfrey JD, Hammad HT, Bechtold ML. Stool sampling technique for FOBT: Do it yourself or leave it to the patient? A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Washington, DC – October 2011. 119. Ashraf I, Arif M, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Godfrey JD, Clark RE, Hammad HT, Bechtold ML. Ursodiol use for the chemoprevention of colorectal cancer: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Washington, DC – October 2011. 120. Ashraf I, Arif M, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Clark RE, Godfrey JD, Hammad HT, Bechtold ML. Ursodiol use for the chemoprevention of colorectal cancer in patients with ulcerative colitis and primary sclerosing cholangitis: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Washington, DC – October 2011. 121. Ashraf I, Paracha S, Paracha SR, Arif M, Choudhary A, Clark RE, Godfrey JD, Matteson ML, Ibdah JA, Dabbagh O, Bechtold ML. Continue or discontinue warfarin for fecal occult blood testing? A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Washington, DC – October 2011. 122. Abdullah O, Hammad H, Arif M, Bechtold M, Grewal A. A rare case of massive upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage in immunocompromised host. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Washington, DC – October 2011. 123. Matteson ML, Winn J, Bechtold ML, Bragg JD, Russell CL. A pilot study to improve maintenance medication adherence in adult inflammatory bowel disease patients. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV – October 2012. 124. Lim RG, Cobell WJ, Theivanayagam S, Kilgore TW, Matteson ML, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Upper GI bleeding with myocardial infarction: Evaluation of safety for endoscopy. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV –October 2012 & Health Sciences Research Day – University of Missouri – Columbia – November 2012. 125. Theivanayagam S, Lim RG, Cobell WJ, Gowda JT, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML. Erythromycin before endoscopy in upper GI bleeding: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV – October 2012 & Health Sciences Research Day – University of Missouri – Columbia – November 2012.

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126. Ashraf I, Choudhary A, Akbar SA, Jackson AT, Arif M, Bechtold ML. Synbiotic use in severe acute pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV – October 2012. 127. Bearelly D, Kottewar S, Bechtold ML, Ibdah JA. Why do patients scheduled for a procedure do not show or cancel within 48hrs of the procedure? American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV – October 2012. 128. Theivanayagam S, Giltrap TM, Matteson ML, Arif M, Bechtold ML. Iatrogenic malnutrition: More common than you think. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV – October 2012. 129. Lim RG, Rawlings AL, Schultz SL, Bradley LH, Hammad HT, Bechtold ML. Unusual cause of constipation: Sunflower seed bezoar. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV – October 2012. 130. Kottewar S, Bearelly D, Clark RE, Odum BR, Bechtold ML, Diaz-Arias A, Marshall JB, Arif MA. Disseminated miliary tuberculosis: Diagnosed in the colon. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV – October 2012. 131. Ashraf I, Kilgore K, Jackson A, Paracha S, Akbar S, Arif M, Christianson L, Bechtold ML. Acute hepatitis associated with the use of Levofloxacin: A case report. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV – October 2012. 132. Winn J, Akbar SA, Theivanayagam S, Lim RG, Odum BR, Bechtold ML, Diaz-Arias A, Arif M. Disseminated Colonic Histoplasmosis in an Immunocompromised Patient. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV – October 2012. 133. Ahmad D, Lopez KT, Esmadi MA, Oroszi G, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML. The effect of indomethacin in the prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta- analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Orlando, FL – May 2013. 134. Cobell WJ, Hinds AM, Lim RG, Theivanayagam S, Akbar S, Navani R, Matteson ML, Choudhary A, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Feeding After Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy: Experience of Early Versus Delayed Feeding. Digestive Disease Week – Orlando, FL – May 2013. (Oral Presentation). 135. Ahmad D, Esmadi M, Firwana B, Choudhary A, Matteson ML, Bechtold ML. Effect of Linaclotide in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome and chronic constipation: A meta- analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Orlando, FL – May 2013. 136. Choudhary A, Hinds AM, Uhlich RM, Ashraf I, Siddique S, Bansal P, Arif M, Ibdah JA, Bechtold ML. Early aggressive fluid resuscitation for acute pancreatitis – Is it time for large multicenter randomized trial? Digestive Disease Week – Orlando, FL – May 2013. 137. Uhlich R, Akbar S, Winn J, Siddique S, Hinds A, Arif M, Bechtold M, Choudhary A. Pancreatic heterotopia in the setting of eosinophilic esophagitis: A case report and review of the literature. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 138. Choudhary A, Winn J, Siddique S, Hinds A, Kottewar S, Arif M, Bechtold M. Early precut biliary papillotomy prevents post-ERCP pancreatitis: A systematic review and meta- analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 139. Uhlich R, Kottewar S, Winn J, Siddique S, Hinds A, Arif M, Bechtold M. Colon angiolipoma: A rare case and review of literature. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013.

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140. Lopez K, Rahman R, Winn J, Akbar S, Holly JS, Bechtold M, Arif M. Large circumferential inlet patch presenting as pseudo-Barrett’s esophagus. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 141. Ahmad D, Hinds A, Lopez K, Arif M, Matteson M, Bechtold M. An unusual complication of splenic artery coil embolization. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 142. Nayani R, Siddique S, Arif M, Hammad H, Bechtold M, Ibdah J, Choudhary A. Acute fatal presentation of adult-onset ornithine transcarbamylase (OTC) deficiency. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 143. Ahmad D, Hinds A, Lopez K, Holly JS, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Drug-induced hematochezia in a woman with interstitial cystitis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 144. Hinds A, Ahmad D, Muenster J, Berg Z, Lopez K, Holly JS, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Ipilimumab-induced colitis: A rare but serious side effect. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 145. Hinds A, Ahmad D, Lopez K, Holly JS, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Mucinous carcinoma of the eyelid with colonic mass: A rare partnership. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 146. Hinds A, Lopez K, Choudhary A, Holly JS, Arif M, Bechtold M. Young male with cecal mass and family history of skin tumors. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 147. Lopez K, Ahmad D, Hinds A, Hammad H, Godfrey J, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Endoscopic therapy of duodenal bulb pseudoaneurysm. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 148. Ahmad D, Hinds A, Lopez K, Berg Z, Muenster J, Holly JS, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Gastrointestinal stromal tumor causing massive upper GI bleeding: A case report. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 149. Sathyamurthy A, Lopez K, Lim R, Le V, Holly JS, Choudhary A, Bechtold M, Arif M. Endoscopic tattooing site presenting as colonic pseudotumor. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 150. Hinds A, Ahmad D, Lopez K, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Weekday versus weekend admissions for upper gastrointestinal bleeding: Is there a true difference in patient outcomes? A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. (Oral Presentation). 151. Matteson M, Lopez K, Sliger A, Mathews M, Bechtold M. Improving care access for new patients in an outpatient gastroenterology clinic: A novel approach. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 152. Lopez K, Siddique S, Hinds A, Ahmad D, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Miralax and Gatorade without bisacodyl for bowel preparation: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 153. Siddique S, Lopez K, Ahmad D, Hinds A, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Full-dose Miralax with Gatorade for bowel preparation: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013.

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154. Cobell W, Siddique S, Godfrey J, Bearelly D, Bechtold M, Arif M. Quality of colonoscopy reporting among gastroenterology fellows: An improvement initiative. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 155. Siddique S, Cobell W, Godfrey J, Bechtold M, Arif M. Improving camaraderie in a gastroenterology fellowship program: To socialize or not to socialize. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 156. Siddique S, Lopez K, Hinds A, Ahmad D, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Split-dose Miralax with Gatorade for bowel preparation: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 157. Lopez K, Siddique S, Ahmad D, Hinds A, Matteson M, Bechtold M. Miralax with Gatorade and bisacodyl for bowel preparation: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Diego, CA – October 2013. 158. Nguyen DL, Palmer LB, McClave SA, Martindale RG, Bechtold ML. Specialized enteral nutrition therapy improves initial response and long-term clinical remission among Crohn’s patients on infliximab therapy: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2014. 159. Theivanayagam S, Lopez KT, Asombang AW, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML. Airway assessment prior to endoscopy: A retrospective analysis of accuracy among gastroenterologists. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2014. 160. Theivanayagam S, Lopez KT, Asombang AW, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML. ASA classification prior to endoscopic procedures: A retrospective analysis on accuracy of gastroenterologists. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2014. 161. Lopez KT, Theivanayagam S, Asombang AW, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML Do gastroenterologists get it right? A retrospective analysis of ASA scores of patients undergoing endoscopic procedures. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2014. 162. Lopez KT, Theivanayagam S, Asombang AW, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML. Do gastroenterologists get it right? A retrospective analysis of airway assessment of patients undergoing endoscopic procedures. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2014. 163. Ashraf I, Ashraf S, Nguyen DL, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML. Hyoscine for polyp detection during colonoscopy: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2014. 164. Ashraf I, Nguyen DL, Choudhary A, Matteson-Kome ML, Bechtold ML Ursodiol as a chemoprotective agent for colorectal cancer in inflammatory bowel disease and primary sclerosing cholangitis: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2014. 165. Bechtold ML, Nguyen DL, Palmer LB, Kiraly LN, Martindale RG, McClave SA. Nasal bridles for securing nasoenteric tubes: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2014. 166. Siddique S, Kottewar S, Theivanayagam S, Almashhrawi A, Uhlich RM, Ashraf I, Arif M, Bechtold ML, Choudhary A. Steroid use for prevention of strictures post-endoscopic submucosal dissection: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2014. 167. Kottewar S, Siddique S, Uhlich RM, Theivanayagam S, Ashraf I, Almashhrawi A, Bearelly D, Arif M, Bechtold M, Choudhary A. Intra-lesional steroid injections in the treatment of benign recurrent esophageal strictures: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2014.

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168. Asombang AW, Theivanayagam S, Lopez KT, Bechtold ML. Diphenhydramine use in conscious sedation: A retrospective analysis of efficacy. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2014. 169. Mahdi A, Bechtold ML, Hammad HT. Flat rectal lesion: Not your typical polyp. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2014. 170. Ahmad D, Esmadi M, Firwana B, Hinds A, Ashraf I, Bechtold M. Effect of otilonium bromide in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2014. 171. Hinds A, Ahmad D, Ashraf I, Nguyen D, Bechtold M. Effects of high-dose versus non- high-dose PPI on upper gastrointestinal bleeding: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2014. 172. Ashraf I, Ashraf S, Arif M, Siddique S, Bechtold ML, Choudhary A. Probiotic use for management of pouchitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2014. 173. Almashhrawi A, Rahman R, Jersak ST, Asombang AW, Hinds AM, Hammad HT, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Prophylactic tracheal intubation versus no intubation for upper GI bleeding: Is there a true difference in patient outcomes? American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2014. 174. Ashraf I, Nguyen DL, Choudhary A, Bechtold ML. Ursodiol as chemoprevention for colorectal cancer: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2014. 175. Siddique S, Ashraf I, Sohail U, Romana B, Kottewar S, Arif M, Bechtold ML, Choudhary A, Bearelly D. Improving the quality of bowel preparations by educational intervention: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2014. 176. Ashraf I, Ashraf S, Hinds A, Romana B, Siddique S, Arif M, Bechtold M, Choudhary A. One-step versus two-step management of cholelithiasis: A systematic review and meta- analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2014. 177. Moole H, Jaeger AL, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. A meta-analysis and systematic review: Success of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy in chronic calcific pancreatitis management. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2015. 178. Kandula M, Moole H, Cashman MD, Volmar FH, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Success of endoscopic ultrasound-guided ethanol ablation of pancreatic cysts: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2015. 179. Moole H, Cashman MD, Volmar FH, Dhillon S, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Is there a morbidity and survival benefit for metal over plastic stents in managing malignant distal biliary strictures? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2015. 180. Almashhrawi A, Mir F, Mahdi A Sathyamurthy A, Madsen R, Bechtold M, Mankoo R, Bragg J, Asombang A. Improving medical record documentation of clinical encounters in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) patients: A review of current practice. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2015. 181. Nguyen DL, Nguyen ET, Bechtold ML. Effect of immunosuppressive therapies for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease on response to routine vaccinations: A meta- analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2015.

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182. Nguyen DL, Nguyen ET, Asombang AW, Bechtold ML The effect of low-residue diet on quality of bowel preparation on screening colonoscopy: A meta-analysis of randomized control trials. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2015. 183. Mir F, Almashhrawi A, Mahdi A, Sathyamurthy A, Madsen R, Bechtold M, Mankoo R, Bragg J, Asombang A. Health maintenance in inflammatory Bowel disease: are we fulfilling our specialty role? A quality assessment. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2015. 184. Moole H, Jaeger AL, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Is there a benefit in exocrine and endocrine function with the use of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy in chronic calcific pancreatitis management: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2015. 185. Moole H, Cashman MD, Volmar FH, Dhillon S, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Are covered metal stents better than uncovered metal stents for malignant biliary stricture? A meta- analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2015. 186. Moole H, Dhillon S, Volmar FH, Cashman MD, Bechtold ML, Puli SR Is there a survival and morbidity benefit of covered over uncovered metal stents in malignant biliary strictures? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2015. 187. Sohail U, Siddique S, Chela HK, Jersak S, Arif Z, Bechtold ML, Arif M. Risk of early post-procedure bleeding with percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube placement in patients using clopidogrel. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2015. 188. Rahman R, Sohail U, Almashhrawi AA, Ashraf I, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Endoscopic removal of Bravo pH probe: Report of two cases. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 189. Almashhrawi AA, Sohail U, Rahman R, Ashraf I, Coberly JS, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Elmiron-induced hepatotoxicity: A rare case. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 190. Chin M, Karnes W, Mazen Jamal M, Samarasena J, Lee R, Lee JG, Albers CG, Bechtold M, Nguyen DL. Optimizing adenoma detection rate through the use of Endocuff: A meta- analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 191. Lopez KT, Matsuda BJ, Thompson K, Bechtold ML. Clinical associations and lack of seasonal variation in children and adolescents with eosinophilic esophagitis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 192. Rahman R, Nguyen DL, Sohail U, Almashhrawi AA, Ashraf I, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Pre-endoscopic erythromycin administration in upper GI bleeding: Is it time to change the guidelines? A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 193. Mahdi A, Sohail U, Arif M, Bechtold ML. Food Boluses: The who, why, and when? American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 194. Sathyamurthy A, Chela H, Romana B, Yousef M, Jersak S, Arif Z, Emmett S, Singh A, Bechtold ML, Arif M. Utility of upper endoscopy as a diagnostic tool in symptomatic patients with gastroparesis: A retrospective study. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 195. Sathyamurthy A, Arif Z, Yousef M, Chela H, Romana B, Emmett S, Winn J, Jersak S, Singh A, Bechtold ML, Arif M. Use of anti-reflux medications and prevalence of erosive

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esophagitis in patients with gastroparesis: A retrospective study. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 196. Yousef M, Chela H, Romana B, Arif Z, Jersak S, Winn J, Sathyamurthy A, Singh A, Bechtold ML, Arif M. Presenting symptoms and diagnostic work-up in patients with gastroparesis at a tertiary-care center. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 197. Ashraf I, Sohail U, Mir F, Bechtold ML, Hammad HT. Endoscopic band ligation of symptomatic inflammatory rectal polyps. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 198. Sohail U, Lopez KT, Berry D, Bechtold ML. The effect of staff education on the quality of inpatient bowel preparation for colonoscopy. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 199. Almashhrawi AA, Ashraf I, Rahman R, Sohail U, Coberly JS, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Colonic obstruction by ulcerating lipoma: A rare case. Accepted to ACG 2015. 200. Nguyen ET, Bhatia S, Yoon K, Bechtold ML, Mazen Jamal M, Nguyen DL. Can the use of mesalamine prevent recurrent diverticulitis?: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015 (Oral presentation). 201. Sohail U, Rahman R, Ashraf I, Almashhrawi AA, Coberly JS, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Metastatic melanoma discovered in gastric polyps: A rare occurrence. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 202. Sohail U, Mahdi A, Bechtold ML, Arif M. Effect of Age and BMI on risk of early post- procedure bleeding with percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy placement. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 203. Mir F, Romana B, Chela H, Madsen R, Winn J, Bechtold M, Asombang AW. Endoscopic surveillance for reflux esophagitis: Is it really needed? A retrospective review and quality assessment. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 204. Sathyamurthy A, Winn JN, Chela H, Romana B, Yousef M, Madsen RW, Bechtold ML, Asombang AW. Pancreatic Cancer Survival Outcomes Based on Gender and Geographical Location: Retrospective Study at a Tertiary Medical Center. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Honolulu, HA – October 2015. 205. Boumitri C, Mir F, Ashraf I, Matteson-Kome ML, Asombang AW, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Prophylactic clipping after polypectomy: Does it prevent post-polypectomy bleeding: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2016. 206. Mir F, Boumitri C, Ashraf I, Matteson-Kome ML, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Cap-assisted colonoscopy versus standard colonoscopy: Is the cap beneficial? A meta- analysis of randomized controlled trials. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2016. 207. Moole H, Bechtold ML, Forcione D, Puli SR. Comparing Endoscopic ultrasound guided versus percutaneous biliary stenting in patients with inoperable malignant biliary strictures and a failed ERCP: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2016. 208. Moole H, Forcione D, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. A systematic review and meta-analysis: Success of Endoscopic ultrasound guided biliary stenting in patients with inoperable

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malignant biliary strictures and a failed ERCP. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2016. 209. Moole H, Forcione D, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Utility of Endoscopic ultrasound in diagnosing pancreatic malignancy that is not detectable on a multidetector CT scan: A meta- analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2016. 210. Moole H, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Are double layer stents better than plastic stents for malignant biliary strictures? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2016. 211. Moole H, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Comparison of double layer stents and self-expandable metal stents for malignant biliary strictures: A metaanalysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2016. 212. Moole H, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Effect of preoperative biliary drainage on length of post-operative hospital stay in patient with malignant obstructive jaundice: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2016. 213. Kandula M, Bechtold ML, Verma K, Aulakh BS, Taneja D, Puli SR. Is there a difference between 19 G core biopsy needle and 22 G core biopsy needle in diagnosing the correct etiology? Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2016. 214. Nguyen DL, Ha I, Hogan C, Bechtold ML, Mazen Jamal M. Pre-operative optimization of nutritional status using parenteral and enteral nutrition among Crohn’s patients improves post-operative outcomes: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – May 2016. 215. Asombang A, Bechtold ML, Madsen R, Simuyandi M, Phiri G, Ibdah JA, Lishimpf K, Banda L. Pancreatic cancer: Patterns in a low to middle income population, Zambia. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV – October 2016. 216. Asombang A, Bechtold ML, Madsen R, Simuyandi M, Phiri G, Ibdah JA, Lishimpf K, Banda L. Colorectal cancer: Descriptive analysis comparing native African population to an African American population. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Las Vegas, NV – October 2016. 217. Worthington P, Balint J, Bechtold M, Bingham A, Chan LN, Durfee S, Jevenn AK, Malone A, Mascarenhas M, Robinson DT, Holcombe B. When is parenteral nutrition appropriate? Consensus recommendations. Clinical Nutrition Week – Orlando, FL – February 2017 (Oral presentation). 218. Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML, Mazen Jamal M. Increasing frequency of hospitalizations among young patients for complicated diverticulitis: National trends and in-hospital outcomes. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2017. 219. Ortizo RD, Lee SY, Bechtold ML. Mazen Jamal M, Nguyen DL. Exposure to oral contraceptives increases risk for development of inflammatory bowel disease: A meta- analysis of case-controlled studies. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2017. 220. Boumitri, C, Nguyen DL, Nguyen ET, Matteson-Kome ML, Mazen Jamal M, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Rectal NSAID in the prevention of post-ERCP pancreatitis: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2017. 221. Vanar V, Kalva N, Bechtold ML, Forcione DG, Puli SR. Efficacy and safety of lumen apposing self-expandable metal stents for EUS guided cholesystostomy: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Digestive Disease Week – Chicago, IL – May 2017.

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222. Abdel Jalil A, Nibber A, Mahdi A, Bechtold M, Ibdah J, Tahan V. Early Buried Bumper Syndrome: A Rare Complication of Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Tube Placement. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Orlando, FL – October 2017. 223. Turse E, Nguyen DL, Bechtold ML. Impact of sedation type of quality indicators for screening colonoscopy. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – June 2018. 224. Kandula M, Patel J, Forcione DG, Revenur V, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Peroral cholangioscopic visual impression in the diagnosis of biliary malignancy: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – June 2018. 225. Kandula M, Patel J, Forcione DG, Revenur V, Bechtold ML, Puli SR. Peroral cholangioscopy directed biopsies in the diagnosis of biliary malignancy: A meta-analysis. Digestive Disease Week – Washington DC – June 2018. 226. Romana B, Kuwajima-Smith V, Matteson-Kome ML, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Erythromycin and upper gastrointestinal bleeding: A meta-analysis for 2018. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2018. 227. Kuwajima-Smith V, Romana B, Matteson-Kome ML, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Enhancing communication between gastroenterology fellows and medicine residents: A quality initiative. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2018. 228. Lui F, Hussain S, Patel A, Bechtold M, Nguyen D. Decreased risk of hepatocellular carcinoma recurrence with direct-acting antivirals for hepatitis C: A meta-analysis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2018. 229. Rossow B, Tahan V, Bechtold M, Samiullah S, Bragg J. A hard pill to swallow: Esophageal intramural pseudodiverticulosis. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – Philadelphia, PA – October 2018. 230. Parsa N, Matteson-Kome, ML, Samiullah Sami, Bechtold ML. New patient access in a gastroenterology clinic: A quality improvement initiative. Oral Presentation – Digestive Disease Week – May 2019. 231. Cockerell CJ, Parsa N, Matteson-Kome ML, Samillah S, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Hemospray monotherapy for non-variceal upper GI bleeding: A meta-analysis. DDW Poster Presentation – Digestive Disease Week – May 2019. 232. Parsa N, Cockerell CJ, Matteson-Kome ML, Samiullah S, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Split-dose vs same-day bowel preparation for afternoon colonoscopies: A meta-analysis. DDW Poster Presentation – Digestive Disease Week – May 2019. 233. Heath RD, Parsa N, Matteson-Kome ML, Samiullah S, Nguyen DL, Puli SR, Bechtold ML. Music during colonoscopy: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. American College of Gastroenterology National Meeting – San Antonio, TX – October 2019.

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