W68: Drowning and submersion following fall into swimming-pool

Drowning and submersion following a fall into swimming pool refer to a group of conditions triggered by an inability to breathe as a result of accidental submersion or immersion in water, specifically after falling into a swimming pool. The condition can occur due to a person's inability to swim, slip and fall, or being pushed into the pool. Symptoms may initially present as water aspiration, distress, panic, and gasping for air. As the condition progresses, it may lead to unconsciousness or even cardiac arrest due to lack of oxygen. Drowning primarily impacts the respiratory and cardiovascular systems, as well as potentially leading to neurological damage due to oxygen deprivation. The severity of these conditions varies greatly, with outcomes ranging from complete recovery to long-term disabilities or death.