Also known as: Retained surgical towel
A surgical towel was left inside Naveen during an appendectomy five years ago, causing severe infection, multi-organ adhesions, and sepsis. The towel required en bloc resection including hysterectomy, driving major emotional conflict between the patient and her wife who was a nurse during the original surgery.
Also known as: Rape
Toni was drugged with Rohypnol and sexually assaulted, presenting with memory loss, pelvic trauma, and psychological trauma. The case explores consent for rape kit evidence collection and the lasting psychological impact of assault, with parallels to Dr. Perez's own past trauma.
Also known as: Ruptured spleen
Toni sustained a splenic injury that initially was repaired but later required splenectomy. The injury was complicated by trauma-induced ITP requiring a transvaginal approach to minimize bleeding risk.
Also known as: ITP
Toni developed ITP as a complication of her trauma, causing her immune system to destroy her platelets and leading to ongoing bleeding complications requiring modified surgical approach.
Also known as: Head laceration
Toni presented with head trauma from a fall, with sluggish pupils and memory loss. CT scan ruled out intracranial bleeding or skull fractures.
Also known as: Skin horn
Gwendolyn had bilateral cutaneous horns on her scalp interfering with her ability to wear glasses. Dr. Andrews removed them using a minimally invasive technique that preserved her hair and minimized scarring.
Also known as: Spinal cord damage
Shaun observed muscle movement in Dr. Lim's lower body (psoas and glutes flexion/rotation), suggesting potential for recovery of walking ability despite her current paralysis from previous spinal cord injury.