Helicobacter heilmannii-like spiral bacteria in gastric mucosal biopsies. Prevalence and clinical significance.

Abstract

Helicobacter heilmannii-like bacteria can be distinguished from Hp with routine histologic stains; both bacteria are irregularly distributed. Helicobacter heilmannii appears to be a significant though uncommon cause of gastric inflammation. Some patients with Hh-like bacteria may benefit from anti-Hp therapy.