It's the day of Sacha's groundbreaking transplant operation. As he is still overcoming a bereavement, Max wonders whether Sacha is fit to carry out the procedure.

A reconciliation between Chloe and Cameron seems unlikely after the previous night's events, but nevertheless, he decides to make a bold move to win back her trust. A familiar face returns to Holby to perform surgery on Carole, and Dominic finds a much-needed source of moral support as he waits for the outcome. Jac makes plans for her first unsupervised visit from Emma, but things soon get out of control.