Republican Congresswoman Lauren Boebert is recovering from emergency surgery to remove a blood clot in her leg, as she faces a tough re-election campaign in a new district.
Boebert, 37 years old, is trying to win a seat in the state’s Fourth Congress Congressional District in 2024 after previously winning two terms in the third.
Those efforts will be temporarily put on hold after she was admitted to a Colorado hospital on Monday, complaining of severe swelling in her upper left leg, according to her campaign.
He was diagnosed with May-Thurner syndrome, a rare vascular condition that affects a vein in the pelvis and can lead to deep vein thrombosis. Her spokeswoman suggested it could be caused by sitting too long.
Boebert underwent surgery Monday to remove the clot and had a stent inserted Tuesday morning.
Republican Congresswoman Lauren Boebert underwent emergency surgery to remove a blood clot in her leg as she faces a tough re-election campaign in a new district.
He was diagnosed with May-Thurner syndrome, a rare vascular condition that affects a vein in the pelvis and can lead to deep vein thrombosis.
Dr. Rebecca Bade, who worked on Boebert’s case at UCHealth Rocky Mountain Medical Center, said people who undergo the procedure the congresswoman received “can live and work as they did in the past after a brief recovery”.
Her campaign says Boebert is in “good spirits” and excited to be ‘back to Congress “Continue fighting for Colorado.”
“After taking the time off recommended by doctors, he is expected to make a full recovery without significant concerns for his long-term health and without obstacles to his ability to perform his duties as a congresswoman,” the campaign added.
May-Thurner syndrome is most common in adults between 20 and 50 years old, including women who have been pregnant. Boebert has four children with her ex-husband Jayson Boebert.
“The exact cause is unknown, but dehydration, travel and prolonged periods of sitting have been identified as potential factors causing the symptoms of May-Thurner syndrome,” her campaign stated.
He received well wishes from former New York congressman and ally George Santos in X.
“Lauren had surgery and it came out fine and she is doing well,” he wrote of his “dear friend.”
‘I want to thank all the medical staff who cared for my friend and the doctors who took on this enormous responsibility. It’s everyday heroes (sic) like these who we should thank every day.’
“The exact cause is unknown, but dehydration, travel and prolonged periods of sitting have been identified as potential factors causing the symptoms of May-Thurner syndrome,” her campaign stated.
Dr. Rebecca Bade, who worked on Boebert’s case at UCHealth Rocky Mountain Medical Center, said people who undergo the procedure the congresswoman received “can live and work as they did in the past after a brief recovery”.
Boebert received well wishes from former congressman and New York ally George Santos
He has been fighting the perception among liberals and even some moderate Republicans of his reckless nature, with a series of scandals dotting his time in office, most infamously when he was asked to leave a performance of Beetlejuice for sexually groping his appointment.
He surprised Colorado Republicans last Christmas when he announced his decision to leave the 3rd District and run for office to replace outgoing Rep. Ken Buck in the 4th District.
Boebert, the controversial MAGA Republican now endorsed by former President Donald Trump, adopted the ‘carpet’ label and traveled the district to convince voters she’s ready to fight for them, despite the drama surrounding her personal life. and their complicated divorce. ex husband.
He has been fighting the perception that liberals and even some moderate Republicans have of his reckless nature, with a series of scandals dotting his time in office, most infamously when he was asked to leave a performance of Beetlejuice for sexually groping his appointment.
Boebert faces at least 11 other Republican candidates in the June 25 primary.
However, her popularity among the MAGA base may still save her as she faces a crowded primary and the local Republican Party gave her a boost last week.
A Colorado Republican panel made a surprising decision Thursday night by choosing former Mayor Greg Lopez as the likely replacement for U.S. Rep. Ken Buck until the November general election.
While Lopez is likely to win in the deep red district, he will be a surrogate and plans to resign after the winner of the general election is sworn into office in January.
For two of Boebert’s primary opponents, who came in second and third, running in the special election would have been a blessing and allowed them to be in office before the November general election.