Pneumomediastinum in a snorkelling diver

BMJ Case Rep. 2012 Mar 27:2012:bcr0920114776. doi: 10.1136/bcr.09.2011.4776.

Abstract

Pneumomediastinum is an uncommon disorder seen in shallow water divers. The authors present the case of a 25-year-old who sustained a pneumomediastinum while snorkelling; his presentation, investigation results, treatment and response.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Diving / injuries*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mediastinal Emphysema / diagnostic imaging
  • Mediastinal Emphysema / etiology*
  • Mediastinal Emphysema / therapy
  • Radiography, Thoracic
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed