Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was moved to the intensive care unit at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Sunday night after being transferred to the hospital earlier in the day.
Austin was transported to the hospital by his security team on Sunday for symptoms suggesting an emerging bladder problem, according to a statement from his doctors issued by the Department of Defense.
After a series of tests and evaluations, Austin was admitted to the critical care unit on Sunday night to receive supportive care and close monitoring, the statement added.
SEC. DEFENSE. AUSTIN BACK TO HOSPITAL FOR BLADDER PROBLEM, TRANSFERS POWERS TO HICKS: PENTAGON OFFICIALS
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was moved to the intensive care unit at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Sunday night after being transferred to the hospital earlier in the day. (Ian Waldie/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
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“At this time, it is unclear how long Secretary Austin will remain hospitalized,” the statement said. “The current bladder issue is not expected to change his expected full recovery. His cancer prognosis remains excellent. Updates on the Secretary's condition will be provided as soon as possible.”
