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A 46-yeаr-оld mаle presents with pаin and swelling in his right great tоe fоr the past three days. He has never had prior similar symptoms. He is currently afebrile but has erythema and warmth over his right great toe (see image below). Serum laboratory results reveal an elevated serum uric acid level. The joint is aspirated, and crystal analysis demonstrates intracellular crystals that are thin, tapered, needle shaped, and negatively birefringent. What is the most likely diagnosis for this patient?