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T cells accumulating in the granulomatous infiltrates of GCA are functionally diverse. Based on their cytokine production profile, such lesional T cells are able to interact with selected immune and nonimmune target cells and promote distinct pathogenic pathways. The best understood pathways are outlined. Available data suggest that additional T cell dependent pathogenic cascades are operational in the inflamed arterial wall.
