Also known as: Pregnancy-related heart failure
Jo Wilson is in critical condition after developing peripartum cardiomyopathy following an emergency C-section. She requires a ventricular assist device (heart pump) and experiences ventricular tachycardia. Her heart gradually begins to recover by episode end.
Also known as: Hole in the heart
One of Jo and Link's premature twin daughters has a patent ductus arteriosus with shunting, requiring treatment with indomethacin to close the opening between the pulmonary artery and aorta.
Also known as: Premature birth
Jo and Link's twin daughters are born prematurely and require NICU care with mechanical ventilation. Baby A undergoes CPAP trial but later needs high-frequency oscillatory ventilation. Baby B requires continued ventilator support.
Also known as: Third-degree burn
26-year-old male sustains extensive full-thickness and partial-thickness burns to left extremities, chest, and back in a plane crash. Requires escharotomy, fasciotomy for compartment syndrome, and ultimately dies from ventricular fibrillation and multi-organ failure.
Also known as: Cast too tight
Graham develops compartment syndrome in his leg following the plane crash and burn injuries, requiring emergent fasciotomy to prevent tissue death.
Graham sustains a right leg fracture in the plane crash in addition to his other injuries.
Also known as: Prostate cancer
Richard Webber received biopsy results confirming prostate cancer. The stage is not yet determined, and he is awaiting new blood work to determine treatment plan.
Also known as: Terminal cancer
Katie is a stage four cancer patient starting immunotherapy clinical trial. Episode focuses on her emotional journey and side effects rather than specific tumor type.
A patient presents to the ER with a Monteggia fracture requiring orthopedic consultation and admission.
Also known as: V-fib
Graham develops ventricular fibrillation as a terminal event, leading to his death despite multiple rounds of epinephrine and attempted resuscitation.