Amid a heated campaign in a new congressional district, Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.) underwent emergency surgery on Tuesday.
Boebert was admitted to UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies after experiencing 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,” the Boebert campaign announced on Facebook.
Doctors successfully removed a blood clot from Boebert's leg after diagnosing her. (RELATED: Dems Smear Trump's White House Doctor And Navy Officer Ronny Jackson)
May-Thurner Syndrome occurs when the left iliac vein is compressed by an artery, which can impede proper blood flow from the legs to the heart.
Some individuals with May-Thurner Syndrome may not experience any symptoms; however, over time, it can result in swelling of the legs, deep vein thrombosis and, if a blood clot dislodges, heart attack or stroke.
Surgery is often necessary to insert a stent and restore blood flow.
The cause of Boebert's diagnosis remains unknown, although her campaign suggests that “dehydration, travel, and prolonged periods of sitting” could be potential contributing factors.
Doctors expect Boebert to recover quickly. Her office has yet to announce when she'll return to Washington.
In the meantime, Boebert expressed her gratitude to the medical staff and stated her intention to return to Congress and continue advocating for Colorado.
(H/T New York Post)
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