Cytokine
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TNF-like cytokine 1A (TL1A)-mediated interactions are involved in atheromatic plaque formation. In stable coronary artery disease (CAD) we examined whether circulating TL1A levels correlate with coronary and/or peripheral atherosclerosis extent and predict future cardiovascular events. ⋯ This pilot study suggests that serum TL1A measurements are of clinical value in CAD. Studies on the pathogenetic role of TL1A in atherosclerosis and its sequelae are warranted.