Appendicitismajor
Also known as: Inflamed appendix
Peritoneal lesions requiring exploratory laparotomy
Patient undergoes appendectomy but during surgery, Dr. Turk discovers concerning lesions on the peritoneum requiring exploratory laparotomy. This surgery delays Turk from his own wedding ceremony, creating the central conflict of the episode.
Scrubs — S03E22Patient: Mr. Fitzpatrick (later revealed as Father Fitzpatrick)
Food poisoningsupporting
The wedding band consumes contaminated one-day-old shrimp while waiting for the delayed ceremony, resulting in acute food poisoning that prevents them from performing at the reception.
Scrubs — S03E22Patient: The wedding band members