Also known as: Tubal pregnancy
Cristina is recovering from surgery for an ectopic pregnancy that resulted in loss of a fallopian tube. She develops a postoperative fever and is forced to remain hospitalized despite wanting to return to work. The emotional and physical aftermath of this pregnancy loss is a central arc of the episode.
Also known as: CF
A 26-year-old CF patient and triathlete presents with a pancreatic mass causing hypoglycemic seizures. He undergoes a total pancreatectomy but dies during surgery from organ failure. His case explores denial and the reality of terminal illness.
Also known as: Heart damage from rheumatic fever
A woman presenting with syncope and ventricular arrhythmias attributed to childhood rheumatic heart disease is ultimately diagnosed with Munchausen syndrome after secretly ingesting amitriptyline to induce symptoms.
Also known as: Malingering
The patient is discovered to be manufacturing cardiac symptoms by taking amitriptyline, revealed when her urine turns blue. She falsely claimed to be a Ph.D. and has a history of frequent hospitalizations, seeking attention from medical staff.
Also known as: GSW
A man shot in the head by his wife (who he initially covers for) requires surgical debridement and dural repair. The bullet does not cross midline and he remains neurologically intact. The case explores domestic violence and relationship dynamics.
Also known as: Early-onset Alzheimer's
Meredith's mother is hospitalized and experiencing confusion and reality shifts due to Alzheimer's disease. She believes she is still a practicing surgeon and keeps wandering the hospital trying to work on cases.