Also known as: Shiv in spine
Death row inmate with a sharpened toothbrush lodged in his spine, impinging on the spinal cord. The injury drives ethical conflict among the surgeons about treating him, particularly Derek's opposition to providing adequate pain management.
Also known as: Parathyroid tumor
Woman with benign parathyroid tumor causing calcium depletion from bones, resulting in multiple fractures over the past year. Her condition caused her to miss out on moving to Denver with her boyfriend.
Also known as: Short bowel syndrome
Young boy who has undergone 12 bowel resections and now has only 10 centimeters of bowel remaining. New surgeon Dr. Robbins determines he needs intestinal and liver transplant rather than continued bowel resection surgeries.
Also known as: Heart attack
Pediatric surgeon who suffers a massive heart attack and dies suddenly while preparing to examine Jackson Prescott. His death triggers Chief Webber's crisis about the hospital's declining reputation.
Also known as: Stabbing
Death row inmate presenting with multiple stab wounds from prison assault, in addition to the embedded weapon in his spine.
Also known as: Head laceration
MRI reveals brain contusions from the assault at the prison, contributing to the patient's overall trauma presentation.