Also known as: Pancreatic tumor
Mrs. Clark presents with recurrent pancreatic cancer near the ampulla of Vater causing anemia and internal bleeding. Dr. Webber performs a local resection to remove the tumor, which is successful, but she suffers a massive stroke postoperatively.
Also known as: Brain bleed
Following her pancreatic tumor resection, Mrs. Clark suffers a massive hemorrhage in the left temporal lobe extending into the ventricular system, resulting in an irreversible coma. The episode centers on the ethical decision to remove life support per her advance directive.
Also known as: Gunshot to the leg
Police Officer Thompson presents with multiple gunshot wounds to the hip and chest from Devastator bullets. She requires extensive repair of her liver, intestines, lung, and fractured hip. Uncontrolled bleeding from the uterine artery necessitates an emergency hysterectomy, rendering her infertile.
Also known as: Belly button hernia
Alex's brother Aaron presents with an umbilical hernia requiring surgical repair. Dr. Bailey performs the surgery pro bono using mesh to bridge the defect. This case serves as a vehicle to explore Alex's family history.
Also known as: Blood in chest cavity
Officer Thompson has bleeding into her chest from gunshot wounds requiring chest tube placement during her emergency treatment.
Also known as: Broken thigh bone
Officer Thompson sustains a femur fracture from a gunshot wound that requires debridement and repair as part of her multi-system trauma.