Key result
A 55-year-old female triathlete developed recurrent episodes of swimming-induced pulmonary edema during open-water swims, emphasizing the need for clinical awareness to prevent life-threatening events.
Case Report (n=1)
This case highlights the importance of recognizing swimming-induced pulmonary edema (SIPE) in triathletes to prevent misdiagnosis and manage the risk of life-threatening recurrent episodes.
May increase SIPE vigilance in triathletes; extends sparse case data but leaves open incidence and prevention needs.
This report discusses a rare case of a 55-year-old female triathlete who developed recurrent episodes of swimming-induced pulmonary edema (SIPE). She had two hospital admissions with pulmonary edema after developing breathlessness while swimming, including a near-drowning experience in an open water swim. With increasing popularity of triathlon and open water sports, this case highlights the importance of a greater awareness of SIPE among health professionals, event organizers, and athletes. This report explores the previous reported cases in triathletes and those who have suffered recurrent episodes. It is paramount that an accurate diagnosis is made as these individuals may be at an increased risk of future life-threatening episodes.
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Smith et al. (2016) conducted a case report in Swimming-induced pulmonary edema (SIPE) (n=1). Open-water swimming was evaluated on Development of swimming-induced pulmonary edema. A 55-year-old female triathlete developed recurrent episodes of swimming-induced pulmonary edema during open-water swims, emphasizing the need for clinical awareness to prevent life-threatening events.
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