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Diagnosis: Giant cell arteritis
This slide shows cross-sections of several arteries that have thickened walls and that have been infiltrated with inflammatory cells--including the "giant cells," from which this condition gets its name. It can be successfully treated with immune-suppressing drugs, such as steroids.
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