The following are the high grade salivary gland malignancies, EXCEPT______________?

Correct answer: A. Basal cell adenocarcinoma

  • A. Basal cell adenocarcinoma
  • B. Mucoepidermoid carcinoma
  • C. Adenoid Cystic carcinoma
  • D. Salivary duct carcinoma

Explanation

Basal cell adenocarcinoma is generally a low-grade salivary malignancy, unlike salivary duct carcinoma and many adenoid cystic carcinomas. Mucoepidermoid carcinoma can vary in grade, but its high-grade forms are malignant and clinically aggressive.

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