Human Disease MESH is developed by UMLS. Further data from MedGen, OMIM, CTD
Term ID:
1623
Name:
Capillary Leak Syndrome
Definition:
A condition characterized by recurring episodes of fluid leaking from capillaries into extra-vascular compartments causing hematocrit to rise precipitously. If not treated, generalized vascular leak can lead to generalized EDEMA; SHOCK; cardiovascular collapse; and MULTIPLE ORGAN FAILURE.