Pentagon reveals Austin underwent cancer treatment after mystery absence

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin‘s recent hospitalisation came after he experienced complications from surgery to treat prostate cancer, the Pentagon said on Tuesday. In a statement, DrJohn Maddox and Dr Gregory Chestnut — the emergency department director and urologic oncologist overseeing Mr Austin’s care — said the retired four-star US Army general was diagnosed with prostate cancer after laboratory tests in early 2023 The physicians said Mr Austin underwent a “minimally invasive medical procedure to treat and cure prostate cancer” on 22 December, during which he was under general anaesthesia. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: