Also known as: Pancreatic tumor
A fifth-grade teacher with inoperable pancreatic cancer that has invaded the duodenum and surrounding tissues. He becomes the first patient to undergo surgery using the experimental O.R. 2.0 platform in a groundbreaking procedure that successfully removes the tumor.
Also known as: Ruptured artery in the leg
A tibial pseudoaneurysm that developed after a car accident the previous week suddenly ruptures, causing severe hemorrhage requiring emergency surgical repair.
Also known as: Brain inflammation from immune system
An elderly man initially suspected of having Alzheimer's disease presents with falls, memory loss, and concentration difficulties. He experiences a seizure and is ultimately diagnosed with autoimmune encephalitis caused by his immune system attacking his brain. The condition is treatable with high-dose steroids.
April's father experiences chest pains the day before her wedding. He is diagnosed with myocardial bridging, a congenital condition where a coronary artery runs through the heart muscle instead of on top, causing compression and pain. Surgery is recommended but can be delayed until after the wedding.
Also known as: Cut on the head
Richard Evans presents with a head laceration from an exploded bell jar experiment, which leads to the discovery of his pancreatic cancer in his medical records.
Also known as: Kidney inflammation
Dr. Archer reveals he has interstitial nephritis with papillary necrosis, caused by kidney trauma and excessive NSAID use for broken ribs. He is being treated with a renal diet, with dialysis and transplant as potential future needs if treatment fails.