Also known as: Compressed spinal cord
Keith suffers a burst fracture of C-6 vertebra from being trampled at a comic convention. He requires discectomy surgery, and later develops an epidural bleed that threatens paralysis when he reinjures his spine.
Also known as: Ear torn off
Keith's ear is completely torn off during the stampede. The surgical team inserts the ear into his abdomen to keep it viable while they repair his spine, then reattach it later.
Also known as: Ruptured spleen
Carter, a hobbit cosplayer, sustains a splenic laceration after being punched by a larger patient. Webber uses this as a teaching case for Karev about appreciating surgical opportunities.
Also known as: Broken jaw
A violent, intoxicated patient who attacked hospital staff has his jaw broken by Chief Hunt when Hunt punches him to stop the rampage. Hunt later refuses to apologize, citing the patient's dangerous behavior.
Also known as: Broken toe
Multiple stampede victims present with broken toes from being trampled. Treated with tape and crutches as minor injuries from the mass casualty event.