Clinical treatment against sarcoidosis (IMAGE) Kyoto University Caption Role of the pentose phosphate pathway (PPP), a hyperactive metabolic mechanism in stopping granuloma formation. Credit KyotoU/Jake G Tobiyama Usage Restrictions none License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.