Also known as: Tubal pregnancy
A woman with vaginal bleeding and shock is brought to County ER from a significant distance because Lady of Pity's ER is closed. She nearly bleeds out during transport and requires emergency surgery, highlighting the dangers of ER closures.
Also known as: Lymphoma
Scott Anspaugh, the Chief of Staff's son, has a recurrence of his B-cell lymphoma causing bowel obstruction. He undergoes surgery to remove the tumor and is told he will need another round of chemotherapy, causing him significant distress.
Also known as: Paralyzed vocal cord
Allison undergoes surgery with Dr. Kotlowitz and Dr. Corday to repair her paralyzed left vocal cord. The procedure is successful and she regains her voice.
Also known as: Guinea worm disease
Mr. Dwyer contracted guinea worm from drinking contaminated river water in North Africa. The worm has been crawling through his system for a year and is extracted slowly using a toothpick and tape method.
Also known as: Drug overdose
An elderly woman is found by paramedics in cardiac arrest after a suspected heroin overdose. Despite resuscitation efforts in the field and at the hospital, she dies. She is later revealed to be a victim in a series of murders.
Also known as: Drug withdrawal
Carter's cousin Chase is experiencing opioid withdrawal symptoms after stopping heroin two days prior. Carter and Anna help him through detox at his apartment using clonidine, propranolol, and supportive care.
Also known as: Heroin addiction
Chase Carter has developed heroin addiction and refuses to go to a formal detox center despite Carter's repeated attempts to get him help. His dealer shows up at his apartment while Carter is trying to help him.