Also known as: Brain tumor
Jimmy undergoes a complex 23-hour acoustic neuroma resection surgery by Derek Shepherd. The tumor had progressed significantly during the delay caused by Derek's plane crash recovery, increasing surgical risks. The surgery initially appears to cause facial nerve damage but Jimmy ultimately retains facial function.
Also known as: Liver failure
Pregnant patient Brie presents with abdominal pain and rapidly progresses to acute liver failure requiring emergency transplant. Two donor livers are procured - the first is damaged during recovery, the second has a suspicious mass that is ultimately cleared for transplant.
Also known as: Inflammation around the heart
Pediatric patient from the African exchange program with severe pericarditis causing the pericardial sac to adhere to the heart. Arizona performs pericardial stripping surgery.
Also known as: EMF
During surgery for pericarditis, Arizona and Alex discover Nyah has the rare subtropical condition endomyocardial fibrosis requiring endocardial stripping of the left ventricle. This extremely rare condition becomes a significant teaching case.
Also known as: Phantom limb syndrome
Arizona experiences severe phantom limb pain in her amputated leg that begins occurring during the day, including during surgery. Owen tries various treatments including biofeedback and visualization. Ultimately Alex stabbing her prosthetic foot provides relief.
Also known as: Broken pelvis
Motor vehicle collision patient with pelvic fracture and dashboard damage used as a teaching case for Stephanie Edwards in the emergency department.
Also known as: Head laceration
Patient who fell off a ladder sustaining a minor head injury, used as a teaching case in the emergency department.