Unexpected object found inside patient | Grey's Anatomy
Summary
TLDRIn this tense medical scene, Dr. Webber and his team are dealing with Mrs. Drake, a patient suffering from lung damage due to smoking. The team discovers a towel left inside her from a previous surgery, raising serious concerns about the quality of her earlier treatment. As they prepare for a crucial procedure to fix the damage, there are moments of tension, disbelief, and frustration. Dr. Webber’s past mistake becomes a key focus, and the team must navigate both the physical and emotional challenges of the situation.
Takeaways
- 😀 Mrs. Drake is struggling with severely compromised lung function due to hyper-inflation and the presence of a boulet.
- 😀 The recommended procedure is a ballectomy, which involves removing the boulet to relieve pressure and improve breathing.
- 😀 Mrs. Drake had a similar surgery in 1999 but felt it didn't work as expected, and she has a long history of smoking.
- 😀 Despite the surgery, Mrs. Drake continues to experience difficulty breathing, and smoking is believed to have contributed to her lung issues.
- 😀 The doctor acknowledges that quitting smoking could have prevented some of the lung damage Mrs. Drake has suffered.
- 😀 Mrs. Drake expresses frustration over not being believed about the severity of her condition, even after five years of suffering.
- 😀 The surgery procedure involves cutting and deflating the boulet to help manipulate Mrs. Drake's lungs more gently.
- 😀 There is a potential issue with the previous surgery, as a towel was left inside Mrs. Drake’s body, which is a significant medical error.
- 😀 The mistake of leaving a towel inside a patient raises serious concerns about the competency and care during the previous surgery.
- 😀 The surgeon responsible for the prior error is identified as Dr. Webber, the chief surgeon, highlighting a significant oversight in the operating room.
- 😀 Mrs. Drake is deeply distressed by the discovery that a towel was left inside her body, leading to a loss of trust in her previous treatment.
Q & A
What condition does Mrs. Drake have that requires surgery?
-Mrs. Drake suffers from a hyper-inflated lung condition, with cloudy lungs and significant diminished capacity, making it difficult for her to breathe.
What is the proposed course of action to help Mrs. Drake?
-The recommended procedure is a ballectomy, which involves removing the boulet and reducing the pressure on her lungs.
Has Mrs. Drake undergone surgery before?
-Yes, Mrs. Drake underwent surgery back in 1999 for a similar condition.
What issue did Mrs. Drake face after her previous surgery?
-Although the surgery was intended to help, Mrs. Drake did not feel that it was successful, and she continued to struggle with breathing issues.
What is Mrs. Drake's smoking history, and how does it relate to her condition?
-Mrs. Drake had a pack-a-day smoking habit, which likely contributed to her lung damage. Despite quitting five years ago, the damage from smoking still affects her health.
What did Mrs. Drake experience after quitting smoking?
-After quitting smoking, Mrs. Drake still experienced significant discomfort and difficulty breathing, even leading her to quit her job at a restaurant.
What does the doctor say about Mrs. Drake's symptoms and previous treatment?
-The doctor confirms that her symptoms are real and not just in her head, stating that the previous surgery did not fully address the damage caused by smoking.
What is the 'spaghetti procedure' mentioned in the script?
-The 'spaghetti procedure' is a surgery where they cut and deflate the belay to help gently manipulate Mrs. Drake's lungs.
What unexpected issue arises during the surgery?
-During the surgery, a towel is discovered inside Mrs. Drake, which was likely left from her previous surgery.
How did the medical staff react to the discovery of the towel inside Mrs. Drake?
-The discovery of the towel inside Mrs. Drake is seen as a significant issue, raising questions about the previous surgery's carelessness. The staff is concerned and begins investigating who is responsible for this oversight.
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