title: Pneumomediastinum in a snorkelling diver.
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.
authors.affiliation: Caye Caulker Clinic, Belize Medial Associates Ltd, Belize City, Belize.
authors.forename: Johanne
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Perez
authors.forename: Raphael
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Teatino
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D004242:Diving / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008478:Mediastinal Emphysema / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D013902:Radiography, Thoracic; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed