Also known as: PPB tumor
Lung compressionCardiac vessel involvementArterial perforation during surgery
A newborn infant presents with a large pleuropulmonary blastoma that has compressed the lung and attached to major cardiac vessels. The episode centers on a conflict between surgical removal versus chemotherapy, with the parents initially divided on treatment approach. The tumor is ultimately successfully removed through complex surgery.
Private Practice — S04E05Patient: Kyla Woods
Postpartum hemorrhagesupporting
Also known as: Bleeding after delivery
HypotensionTachycardia
Tracy experiences significant bleeding after delivering her baby, requiring emergency surgical intervention to control the hemorrhage. This complication occurs while her newborn is facing the tumor diagnosis, creating additional family crisis.
Private Practice — S04E05Patient: Tracy Woods