Also known as: GSW to chest
Young man shot during a liquor store robbery attempt, brought to the ER by Gregory Pratt. Despite aggressive resuscitation including thoracotomy, the patient dies after approximately 35 minutes of code. His death creates significant tension between Pratt and law enforcement.
Also known as: GSW
Police officer shot twice during robbery response with bullet fragment lodged in femoral artery causing leg ischemia. Dr. Dorset performs successful Fogarty embolectomy to remove the bullet and restore circulation. Patient survives and recovers.
Also known as: Small cell lung cancer
Long-term smoker diagnosed with small-cell lung cancer with metastases. He wants to sue tobacco companies, but Luka Kovac tells him bluntly he needs to take responsibility and won't live long enough for a lawsuit. The case highlights themes of personal responsibility.
Also known as: Rectal abscess
Wrestler who developed a deep gluteal and perirectal abscess from steroid use. Romano supervises surgical drainage with complications including accidental cutting of posterior femoral cutaneous nerve, leaving patient with some permanent thigh numbness.
Also known as: Diabetic emergency
Type 2 diabetic who presents altered and confused with blood sugar over 600. He gave his insulin to a patient who couldn't afford medication. Treated with IV fluids and insulin. Later revealed to possibly be a fraudulent doctor.
Also known as: Bulimia
Young woman who ate massive amounts of food after boyfriend's infidelity and called 911 wanting stomach pumping. Has history of bulimia with lost gag reflex. Luka expresses frustration at misuse of emergency resources.
Also known as: Scratched cornea
Child who fell from 6 feet while role-playing as a monkey. Evaluated with Wood's lamp fluorescein exam, which showed no corneal abrasion. Patient discharged without injury.
Also known as: Gallstones
Young woman presenting with intermittent right-sided abdominal pain and loss of appetite. Suspected gallstones, sent for ultrasound and liver function tests.
Also known as: Manic depression
Abby's brother who previously suffered a manic episode, now stabilized on medication. Visits Abby at the hospital, appears stable and functional, has bought an airplane to start charter business.
Also known as: Head trauma
Gregory Pratt's brother with previous gunshot wound to the brain that resulted in approximately 40-point IQ drop. Now involved in robbery attempt, showing continued poor judgment and vulnerability.