Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) underwent emergency surgery Tuesday morning following treatment in Loveland, Colorado for “an acute blood clot” after experiencing “severe swelling in her upper left leg.”
“Yesterday afternoon, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert was admitted to UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland after experiencing severe swelling in her upper left leg. After undergoing a CT Scan, doctors found an acute blood clot and diagnosed her with May-Thurner Syndrome, which is a rare condition that disrupts blood flow,” Boebert’s campaign announced in a statement. “An exact cause is unknown, but dehydration, travel, and extended periods of sitting have all been identified as potential factors in causing symptoms of May-Thurner Syndrome. Women between the ages of 20 and 45 who have given birth are also more likely to have May-Thurner Syndrome.”
“Doctors recommended and scheduled a surgery, which was successfully completed this morning, to remove the clot and insert a stent that will address the Congresswoman’s symptoms. After taking time to rest as recommended by doctors, she is expected to make a full recovery with no significant concerns for her long-term health and no hindrance to her ability to perform her duties as a Congresswoman,” the statement added.
Boebert vigorously claims that she is looking forward to “making a full recovery and getting back to Congress to continue fighting for Colorado.” She also sincerely thanked her medical team for helping her. The clot was discovered on Monday.
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“I want to thank Dr. Rebecca Bade and the entire team at UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies for their great care and providing helpful insight on my recent diagnosis,” Boebert said in a statement.
The congresswoman’s physician released a statement saying that the surgery was a success and “patients with May-Thurner Syndrome who undergo the procedure to restore blood flow are able to live and work just as they have in the past after a brief recovery.”
“May-Thurner Syndrome is relatively rare and, in and of itself, is not particularly dangerous, according to the Cleveland Clinic. If a blood clot in your leg breaks off and travels to your lungs, you can experience a pulmonary embolism, which is life-threatening,” CBS News reported.
It is unknown if the surgery, treatment, and recovery time will impact her being in Washington, DC, for votes next week.
Surgery was successful, @laurenboebert is in good spirits and is very grateful for the care provided by the pros at UCHealth! She’ll be good to go after a brief recovery period. https://t.co/WqqWq7kR6B
— Drew Sexton (@drewsexton23) April 3, 2024
Boebert currently represents Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District. She is now seeking election to Colorado’s congressional seat in the 4th district.
There were a lot of well-wishes coming Boebert’s way on X:
I want to thank god for the blessing he gave my dear friend @laurenboebert today.
Lauren underwent a surgery and has come out on the other end of it and is doing well. I want to thank all the medical staff that looked after my friend and the Doctors who took this enormous…
— George Santos (@MrSantosNY) April 3, 2024
Prayers for @laurenboebert ❤️ https://t.co/4KIx7BW9Iy
— Grace Chong (@gc22gc) April 3, 2024
Godspeed Congresswoman ~ ~ Rep. Lauren Boebert underwent emergency surgery for blood clot in leg https://t.co/r10wQGyt1k pic.twitter.com/oSjk4Y2u7G
— Mary (@matjendav4) April 3, 2024
Prayers up for one of the best representatives we have, @LaurenBoebert! https://t.co/UcPQ4kp3YR
— Joey Mannarino (@JoeyMannarinoUS) April 3, 2024
Prayers from Az @laurenboebert
— Nancy Cottle (@NancyCottle1) April 3, 2024
Wishing speedy recovery to Lauren Boebert. Sending love and strength.
— fity.eth (@Fityeth) April 3, 2024
Wow, I am glad her surgery was successful.
— The Calvin Coolidge Project (@TheCalvinCooli1) April 3, 2024
Wishing @laurenboebert a speedy recovery
— Come and take it. (@albertjsanchez) April 3, 2024
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