A biopsy of the minor salivary gland of the lower lip was taken to evaluate for the salivary component of Sjögren's syndrome. The tissue showed a diffuse lymphocytic and plasma cell infiltrate in the gland parenchyma, extensive scarring of the gland with acinar atrophy, and ductal dilatation. This is most suggestive of which of the following?

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The Answer of A biopsy of the minor salivary gland of the lower lip was taken to evaluate for the salivary component of Sjögren's syndrome. The tissue showed a diffuse lymphocytic and plasma cell infiltrate in the gland parenchyma, extensive scarring of the gland with acinar atrophy, and ductal dilatation. This is most suggestive of which of the following?

A Biopsy of the Minor Salivary Gland of the Lower