Also known as: Hernia in groin
Zola undergoes surgery to repair an inguinal hernia. During the procedure, she briefly shows signs of SVT but self-converts to normal sinus rhythm without intervention.
Also known as: Sickle cell
Both sisters have sickle cell disease and are being discharged with hydroxyurea and instructions for ongoing monitoring at a clinic. Their conditions drove an earlier storyline and remain relevant to the episode's plot about follow-up care.
Also known as: Tubal pregnancy
Lebo has an extremely rare abdominal pregnancy at 32 weeks where the fetus implanted and grew outside the uterus, becoming entangled in her intestines. She experiences placental abruption causing torrential hemorrhage requiring emergency surgery to deliver the baby and control bleeding.
Also known as: Tree growing in lung
Mr. Aranda presents with hemoptysis (coughing up blood) and is found to have aspirated a tree seedling that took root and grew in his lung, initially suspected to be cancer. The condition drives a major subplot about protocol and Yang's surgical autonomy.
Also known as: Diabetes
Henry is approved to participate in Webber's diabetes clinical trial and uses this to help secure employment and independent health insurance. His diabetes and treatment are part of his ongoing character arc.
Zola's pre-existing spina bifida is mentioned as part of her complex medical history when discussing her adoption evaluation and surgical risks.
Also known as: Water on the brain
Zola's pre-existing hydrocephalus (previously treated with a shunt) is mentioned as part of her complex medical history affecting her adoption evaluation.
Also known as: VHL disease
Henry's VHL disease is mentioned in passing as part of his ongoing medical conditions, though not the focus of this episode's storyline.