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Janeway lesion

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Janeway lesions are non-tender, small erythematous or haemorrhagic macules or nodules in the palms or soles, which are pathognomonic of infective endocarditis. The pathology is due to a type III hypersensitivity reaction.They are named after Edward G. Janeway (1872-1917), a professor of medicine with interests in cardiology and infectious disease.

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