Also known as: Facial tumor
Diego is a patient from Venezuela with a large craniofacial tumor extending into the retropharynx and orbit, putting pressure on his optic nerve and compromising his airway. Meredith and Jackson perform a total resection to prevent recurring surgeries and give him a chance at a normal life.
Also known as: Earring aspiration
Young boy who swallowed a chew toy whistle that became lodged in his right mainstem bronchus. Karev successfully removes it via bronchoscopy before it can cause a bronchospasm.
Also known as: Heroin addiction
Betty is Leo's 15-year-old biological mother who developed opioid addiction after being prescribed painkillers following an ACL surgery. Amelia recognizes the signs and offers to help her get sober by having her move in, establishing ground rules including no drug use and attending meetings together.