Also known as: Brain aneurysm from injury
Ten-year-old Jake Miller suffers a traumatic pseudoaneurysm after being struck by a car driven by Sharon Goodwin. The torn brain vessel requires surgical intervention via craniotomy, with the alternative being a less invasive stent procedure that carries higher risk of long-term cognitive deficits. This case drives the episode's central conflict around Sharon's guilt and the mother's difficult treatment decision.
Also known as: Broken bones
Jake suffers multiple fractures from the car accident in addition to his brain injury, though these are not the focus of the medical decision-making in the episode.
Also known as: Blocked intestine
Attorney Elaine Watkins presents with abdominal pain and is diagnosed with bowel obstruction. Conservative management with NG tube fails, leading to surgical intervention. This case creates conflict between Will Halstead and Crockett Marcel over treatment approach.
Also known as: Bladder blockage
Mr. Turner presents with chronic urinary retention requiring multiple Foley catheter placements over two months. Dr. Archer decides to place a suprapubic tube for long-term relief, which becomes a subplot involving April's training and professional boundaries.
Also known as: CHF
Natalie's mother Carol continues to receive trial medication that Natalie obtained illegally. Carol experiences dry cough as a side effect and ongoing palpitations. This ongoing storyline creates tension between Natalie and both Will and Crockett.
Also known as: Heart injury from chest trauma
Following the car accident, Sharon Goodwin requires evaluation for potential blunt cardiac injury from the seatbelt and airbag impact. She undergoes chest x-ray and EKG to rule out cardiac damage.