Also known as: Irregular heart rhythm
Henry Stamm presents with sick sinus syndrome causing blackouts and falls. He requires cardiac ablation and later develops atrial flutter requiring cardioversion, ultimately needing a pacemaker before discharge.
Also known as: Hole in the diaphragm
Henry sustains a diaphragmatic rupture from his fall down stairs on the cruise ship, requiring surgical repair during his cardiac procedure.
Also known as: Broken arm
Betty presents with broken bones in her forearm from a fender bender, requiring surgical fixation with metal plates.
Hayley, a 16-year-old misdiagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, is discovered to have superior canal dehiscence syndrome—a small hole in her inner ear causing extreme sound sensitivity, vertigo, and psychological symptoms. Alex Karev advocates for further testing, leading Derek to perform successful surgical repair.
Also known as: Scalding burn
Amber sustained severe burns to her scalp and hand after being pinned under a burning car. She undergoes tissue expansion for hair restoration but develops finger infection requiring amputation of three fingers.
Also known as: Broken rib
Henry sustains broken ribs from his fall down the cruise ship stairs.
Also known as: Brain tumor
Mark Sloan and Derek Shepherd perform surgery on a patient with acoustic neuroma, mentioned in passing as an impressive case.