V92.5: Water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft : canoe or kayak

Water-transport-related drowning and submersion without accident to watercraft, specifically regarding a canoe or kayak, is a medical condition caused by submerging or immersing the body, particularly the head and face, in water. It typically happens during water activities such as canoeing or kayaking, even if there there was no accident involving the watercraft. This condition presents when an individual fails to breathe correctly, most often because the mouth and nose are under water, blocking the airway and impairing oxygen delivery to the lungs. Beginning symptoms of this condition may include difficulty breathing, coughing, and a feeling of panic or distress. If left untreated, this situation may progress to loss of consciousness, absent or inadequate breathing, and decreased heart rate, leading to potential life-threatening complications, including brain damage and cardiac arrest. This medical event primarily affects the respiratory and cardiovascular systems.