Who might get capillary leak syndrome?

Who might get capillary leak syndrome?

Systemic capillary leak syndrome is a rare disorder that affects less than 500 people worldwide. Systemic capillary leak syndrome mainly happens in middle age and is very rare in children. That said, the incidence might be higher, as people with systemic capillary leak syndrome may often be misdiagnosed.

Secondary capillary leak syndrome can happen in people of any age. Certain infections, diseases and medications may lead to capillary leak syndrome.