Rep. Lauren Boebert experienced severe swelling in one of her legs on Monday, leading to her hospitalization in Colorado. Doctors discovered a blood clot and diagnosed her with May-Thurner Syndrome.
She underwent surgery on Tuesday morning to remove the clot and insert a stent, which her campaign team confirmed was successful. Doctors at UCHealth Medical Center in Loveland anticipate a full recovery with no long-term health effects.
"I want to thank Dr. Rebecca Bade and the entire team at UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies for their great care and insights on my recent diagnosis," said Boebert in a statement. "I'm eager to recover fully and return to Congress to continue advocating for Colorado."
May-Thurner Syndrome, while relatively rare, is not inherently dangerous, as per the Cleveland Clinic. However, if a clot dislodges and reaches the lungs, it can lead to a life-threatening pulmonary embolism.
"The surgery on the Congresswoman was a success this morning, and we anticipate a full recovery," stated Bade. "Patients with May-Thurner Syndrome who undergo the procedure to restore blood flow typically resume their normal activities after a short recovery period."
Boebert, who currently represents Colorado's 3rd Congressional District, is now running for the Congressional seat in the 4th district.
