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Season 6, Episode 8

3 medical diagnoses portrayed

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Nephrolithiasissupporting

Also known as: Kidney stones

Recurring patient with another kidney stone despite being advised to reduce red meat intake. Used as a frame device at the beginning and end of the episode.

Scrubs — S06E08Patient: Mr. Mariani

Also known as: Blocked urinary tract

Pulmonary hypoplasia risk

Jordan's fetus requires in utero surgery to place a shunt for a urinary tract obstruction blocking amniotic fluid, which could cause lung damage. The surgery is successful but the shunt will need replacement as the baby grows.

Scrubs — S06E08Patient: Jordan's unborn baby
Recurring storyline

Also known as: Pregnancy loss

Kim reveals to J.D. that she had a miscarriage, which fundamentally changes their relationship and leads to them parting ways. This is the emotional climax of the episode.

Scrubs — S06E08Patient: Kim
Recurring storyline