Recurrent undifferentiated shock: Idiopathic Systemic Capillary Leak Syndrome

Clin Case Rep. 2015 Jul;3(7):527-30. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.280. Epub 2015 May 8.

Abstract

Idiopathic Systemic Capillary Leak Syndrome is a potentially fatal disorder that is under diagnosed. It commonly presents as recurrent undifferentiated shock with hypotension, hypoalbuminemia and hemoconcentration. There are three distinct phases that define the syndrome; Prodromal, Extravasation and Recovery.

Keywords: Capillary; hemoconcentration; hypoalbuminemia; hypotension; leak; shock.

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  • Case Reports