House season 5 episode 2 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Apple, a corneal transplant recipient, learns she's the only surviving patient from a donor whose other organs caused mysterious deaths. House's team grapples with varying symptoms in each recipient, ruling out common diseases. They speculate about cancer stem cells causing organ failure. Despite uncertainty, House treats Apple for cancer, but her condition worsens. A risky brain surgery reveals non-brain cells obstructing her brain's function. Post-surgery, Apple's perception of the world changes, reflecting on the episode's exploration of life's beauty and ugliness.
Full Episode S05E02 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the initial concern about Apple's corneal transplant?
Apple was informed that all other recipients of organs from the same donor were dead or dying.
How did the donor of the organs die?
The donor died in an industrial accident, not from an illness.
What common link was found among the organ recipients?
The only commonality was the donor's blood, as different organs were affected in each recipient.
What diseases were considered in the diagnosis?
The team considered autoimmune diseases, infections, and various types of cancer.
Was there any evidence of cancer in the organ recipients?
No concrete evidence of cancer was found in the recipients.
What theory did House propose about the cause of organ failure?
House theorized about cancer stem cells that adapt to different organs but remain ineffective.
What treatment did House administer to Apple?
House treated Apple with chemotherapy, despite the lack of concrete evidence of cancer.
What was the result of the chemotherapy treatment?
Apple's condition initially worsened after the chemotherapy.
What did House discover during the brain surgery?
House found non-brain cells obstructing Apple's brain's processing, affecting her vision.
What was the outcome for Apple after the surgery?
The surgery was successful, and Apple's vision improved, allowing her to see the world differently.