Adipose Tissue Macrophages in Rheumatoid Arthritis: Prevalence, Disease ‐Related Indicators, and Associations With Cardiometabolic Risk Factors

ConclusionsATMs and crown‐like structures were more abundant in RA patients and were associated with systemic inflammation, autoimmunity, and whole‐body insulin resistance, suggesting possible contributions to the RA disease process. Lower levels of ATMs and crown‐like structures associated with specific RA treatments suggest that adipose tissue inflammation may be ameliorated by immunomodulation.
Source: Arthritis Care and Research - Category: Rheumatology Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research