Kentucky lieutenant governor undergoes 'successful' double mastectomy, expects to make full recovery

Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman has undergone a double mastectomy after concerns were raised during a routine medical examination

FRANKFORT, Ky. -- Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman underwent a double mastectomy on Monday after concerns were raised during a routine medical examination, her office announced. The Democrat said she expects to make a full recovery.

The surgery occurred less than a week after Coleman and Gov. Andy Beshear were sworn in for second terms, having run successfully as a ticket again in the Bluegrass State.

In a statement Monday, Coleman thanked her family for its loving support and said she would see Kentuckians again soon.

The surgery followed a routine physical exam recently, she said.

“With a significant family history of cancer, I made the decision to have a double mastectomy,” Coleman said. “I am happy to report that a successful surgery was performed today, and I expect to make a full recovery.”