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What is the radiographic evidence often seen in Sjögren syndrome?
What is the radiographic evidence often seen in Sjögren syndrome?
- Smooth, regular ductal system
- Punctate sialectasia (correct)
- Fibrous scarring of ducts
- Granulomatous ductal branching
What is the typical pattern seen in sialograms of Sjögren syndrome?
What is the typical pattern seen in sialograms of Sjögren syndrome?
- Linear branching pattern
- Circular arrangement of acinar units
- Fruit-laden, branchless tree (correct)
- Vein-like network
Which procedure is sometimes used as a diagnostic test for Sjögren syndrome?
Which procedure is sometimes used as a diagnostic test for Sjögren syndrome?
- Biopsy of minor salivary glands in the lower lip (correct)
- MRI of the submandibular glands
- CT scan of the parotid gland
- Blood test for amylase levels
What is the basic microscopic finding in Sjögren syndrome?
What is the basic microscopic finding in Sjögren syndrome?
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What characteristic groups of cells are seen throughout the lymphoid proliferation in Sjögren syndrome?
What characteristic groups of cells are seen throughout the lymphoid proliferation in Sjögren syndrome?
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What is the underlying cause of lichen planus?
What is the underlying cause of lichen planus?
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Which clinical feature is characteristic of oral lichen planus?
Which clinical feature is characteristic of oral lichen planus?
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What is the most common type of oral lichen planus?
What is the most common type of oral lichen planus?
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Which histopathological feature is characteristic of lichen planus?
Which histopathological feature is characteristic of lichen planus?
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What is the typical distribution pattern of oral lichen planus lesions?
What is the typical distribution pattern of oral lichen planus lesions?
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How does lichen planus differ from Sjögren syndrome?
How does lichen planus differ from Sjögren syndrome?
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