Also known as: Gamekeeper's thumb
Pro gamer Bobby Ato presents with complete tears of the ulnar and lateral collateral ligaments in his elbow requiring multiple ligament reconstruction surgery.
Also known as: LCL tear
Bobby has complete tears of the lateral collateral ligament in his elbow requiring surgical reconstruction.
Also known as: Nerve sheath tumor
Bobby is discovered to have a malignant schwannoma encasing his brachial plexus and another mass on his brain stem, representing recurrent cancer from a diagnosis three years prior that he had hidden from doctors.
Also known as: Cast too tight
Software engineer Hazel develops compartment syndrome in both legs from extreme overexertion at a spin class, requiring emergency fasciotomy on both legs to prevent irreparable damage.
After fasciotomy for compartment syndrome, Hazel develops reperfusion injury to her lungs causing acute respiratory failure requiring emergency intubation.
Also known as: Anesthesia allergy
During brain surgery to remove the schwannoma, Bobby develops malignant hyperthermia in response to anesthesia, presenting with tachycardia, rising body temperature, muscle rigidity, and elevated CO2, requiring emergency treatment with dantrolene and cooling.