An 80-year-old female presents with fever, cough, dyspnea, and back pain. Physical exam reveals painless red lesions on the palms and soles. In addition, exudative lesions are observed in the retina. Blood cultures are positive and a transesophageal echocardiogram reveals an oscillating intracardiac mass. Auscultation of the chest reveals a heart murmur that was not appreciated at her previous exam. Based on the patient’s presentation, physical examination, and test results, which of the following is the most appropriate diagnosis?

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An 80-year-old female presents with fever, cough, dyspnea, and back pain. Physical exam reveals painless red lesions on the palms and soles. In addition, exudative lesions are observed in the retina. Blood cultures are positive and a transesophageal echocardiogram reveals an oscillating intracardiac mass. Auscultation of the chest reveals a heart murmur that was not appreciated at her previous exam. Based on the patient’s presentation, physical examination, and test results, which of the following is the most appropriate diagnosis?






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