Also known as: Ruptured aneurysm
18-year-old who presents in cardiac arrest after complaining of a severe headache. Despite successful resuscitation, he is found to be brain-dead from a subarachnoid hemorrhage caused by a congenital weak artery. His case becomes central to the episode when his organs are donated to save another patient.
Also known as: Liver failure
16-year-old girl with history of biliary atresia who develops acute hepatic failure. She has rare AB blood type and requires an urgent liver transplant. She receives Steven Richards' liver after his mother consents to organ donation.
Also known as: Prostate cancer
Professional trumpet soloist scheduled for radical prostatectomy with risk of sexual dysfunction. He experiences severe anxiety about the surgery and potential loss of fertility, leading to a panic attack mistaken for myocardial infarction.
Also known as: Panic attacks
Patient experiences anxiety attack with chest tightness and hyperventilation at fertility clinic, initially mistaken for myocardial infarction. Related to his fears about upcoming prostate surgery and potential loss of sexual function.
Also known as: Perforated stomach
Obese patient who previously underwent gastric stapling surgery presents with postoperative pain. He violates his liquid diet by eating blended solid foods, causing a staple to rupture and perforate his stomach, requiring emergency surgery.
Also known as: SVT
Male elf performer presents with recurrent supraventricular tachycardia at rate of 160. He is familiar with his condition and demands specific cardioversion treatment, leading to conflict with Dr. Benton over treatment approach.
Also known as: Unplanned pregnancy
13-year-old girl who presents and is diagnosed with pregnancy. She initially requests abortion but after speaking with her mother and a priest, struggles with the decision due to religious and family concerns.
Also known as: Fainting
Elderly woman who faints while shopping at crowded mall. She is hostile to Dr. Benton and refuses his care, accusing him of trying to overcharge for unnecessary tests.
Also known as: Alcohol poisoning
Dr. Romano arrives intoxicated to perform emergency surgery on Mr. DeMisa with blood alcohol level of 0.12. Dr. Benton refuses to allow him to operate and takes over the case, leading to disciplinary consequences.