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The "sleeping monster" is revealed to be a combination of factors: Bailey is found to be an asymptomatic carrier of MRSA, but the infection only reached patients because of defective surgical gloves . The hospital had recently switched to a cheaper brand of gloves that had microscopic leaks. Key Subplots

The episode's title is derived from the opening voiceover, which compares infections to "sleeping monsters"—invisible and unfelt until they wake up and become uncontrollable. Sleeping Monster | Grey's Anatomy Universe Wiki | Fandom [S9E21] Sleeping Monster

Cristina begins to tease Alex about his obvious, though unconfessed, feelings for Jo Wilson. The "sleeping monster" is revealed to be a

Despite being cleared of medical malpractice, the trauma of being the source of the infection deeply affects Dr. Bailey, leading to a long-term struggle with OCD and anxiety in subsequent episodes. Opening Monologue Reflection Sleeping Monster | Grey's Anatomy Universe Wiki |

Three of Bailey’s patients develop MRSA infections and pass away following routine procedures.