Cytopathology | 2019
First report of Sarcina ventriculi in a pyloric and duodenal brushing specimen
Abstract
Sarcina ventriculi is an uncommon gastrointestinal bacterium found rarely during endoscopic biopsy of the upper gastrointestinal tract. Here we demonstrate Sarcina identified in a brushing of a pyloric and duodenal ulcer, the first report of cytologic preparations identifying the bacteria in this anatomic site. This organism is associated with gastric stasis but is not believed to be a causative agent of static or ulcerative disease. Cytopathologists should be aware of this organism and consider including this finding in reports if a cause for gastric stasis is not otherwise identifiable. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.