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Capillary Leak Syndrome

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Capillary Leak Syndrome Definition

A syndrome characterized by leakage of intravascular fluids into the extravascular space. This syndrome is observed in patients who demonstrate a state of generalized leaky capillaries following shock syndromes, low-flow states, ischemia-reperfusion injuries, toxemias, medications, or poisoning. It can lead to generalized edema and multiple organ failure.

Capillary Leak Syndrome Synonyms

Capillary Leak Syndrome, AVLS, Acute Vascular Leak Syndrome, CLS

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