title: Pneumomediastinum in a surf lifesaver.
abstract: Pneumomediastinum is an uncommon complication of sporting activity. The case of a young asthmatic surf lifesaver is reported in which several factors are thought to have been involved in the aetiology of his condition. Treatment was expectant and a full recovery was made over a short period. This is the first reported case of pneumomediastinum occurring following training for a surf belt race.
authors.affiliation: Australian Institute of Sport, Canberra, ACT, Australia.
authors.forename: K E
authors.initials: KE
authors.lastname: Fallon
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Foster
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001250:Asthma, Exercise-Induced / Q000150:complications; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008478:Mediastinal Emphysema / Q000150:complications / Q000209:etiology*; D013550:Swimming / Q000293:injuries*