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Critical Condition

Sid has a blood clot which will permanently paralyze him unless they operate, however, there's a 40% chance the operation could kill him. Karen doesn't want him to get the operation, but Sid insists and makes Karen sign his consent form. Sid tells his family how much he loves them, and after they leave he makes a private tape recording for Karen. The neighbors all keep vigil with the Fairgates during the operation, and Karen and Gary make up. In the operating room, something goes horribly wrong. The doctor finally comes out, and Karen can see by his face that Sid has died. Everyone is crying and in shock. Later, Karen listens to the tape Sid made for her, telling her how much he loves her.

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  • Originally Aired November 19, 1981
  • Runtime 45 minutes
  • Production Code 189404
  • Network CBS
  • Created February 5, 2017 by
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Name Type Role
Diana Gould Writer
Malcolm Groome Guest Star
Bonnie Bartlett Guest Star
Michael Kelly Guest Star
Cynthia Avila Guest Star
Birgit Winslow Guest Star
Dana Halsted Guest Star
Clyde Kusatsu Guest Star
Nicholas Sgarro Director