Also known as: Bone cancer
Patient requiring below-knee amputation due to bone cancer. This case is selected as the first solo surgery for the residents, with Alex Karev ultimately performing the procedure.
Also known as: Throat cancer
Patient who underwent laryngectomy five years ago resulting in complete loss of speech. Mark Sloan performs a hypopharynx reconstruction to create a new voicebox and restore her ability to speak, which is ultimately successful.
Also known as: Skull base fracture
16-year-old patient involved in car accident. Initially presents with abnormal eye findings suggesting basilar skull fracture. Derek Shepherd repairs the skull fracture but patient subsequently develops carotid dissection leading to massive stroke and brain death.
Also known as: Torn artery in neck
Occurs as a complication following the car accident and basilar skull fracture. The dissection cuts off blood flow to the brain, resulting in massive stroke and brain death despite surgical intervention.
Also known as: Broken leg
Mid-shaft transverse tibia fracture sustained in car accident by Holly's sister Emma. Treated with closed reduction and casting. Less than five degrees of angulation noted.
Also known as: Blood around the heart
Blood accumulation in the pericardial sac discovered during Emma's evaluation following the car accident. Cardiology consulted for management.