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Decrease of the OKT8 positive T cell subset in polymyalgia rheumatica. Lack of correlation with disease activity.

C Benlahrache, P Segond, L Auquier

    Arthritis and Rheumatism
    |December 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Polymyalgia rheumatica patients exhibit low T cell counts, specifically a defect in cytotoxic suppressor T8 cells. This immune anomaly may contribute to circulating immune complexes and disease onset.

    Area of Science:

    • Immunology
    • Rheumatology

    Background:

    • Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is an inflammatory condition affecting older adults.
    • Understanding the immunological underpinnings of PMR is crucial for effective treatment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate peripheral T cell populations in patients with polymyalgia rheumatica.
    • To identify potential immune system defects associated with PMR pathogenesis.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of T cell subsets (T3, T4, T8, T gamma) in 35 PMR patients and controls using E-rosette and monoclonal antibody techniques.
    • Assessment of T cell function via in vitro suppression assays.
    • Correlation analysis with clinical parameters like steroid therapy, disease activity, and circulating immune complexes (CIC).

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    Main Results:

    • PMR patients showed significantly lower total T cells and a selective T8 cell defect (cytotoxic suppressor T cells).
    • A low T gamma cell percentage correlated with the presence of detectable CIC.
    • Despite T cell defects, patients' T cells retained in vitro immunosuppressive capacity.

    Conclusions:

    • A T8 cell defect is a potential immune anomaly in polymyalgia rheumatica.
    • This T8 defect may be implicated in the development of circulating immune complexes and the occurrence of the disease.