Ischemic heart disease decisions — 2010

The Board has determined that the Veteran's heart disability is attributable to her active duty service and grants service connection for this condition. The issue of whether her headaches are secondary to a service-connected disability remains pending.

The Board has granted service connection for ischemic heart disease, including coronary artery disease and severe ischemic cardiomyopathy, on a presumptive basis due to exposure to herbicides in Vietnam.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete VA treatment records, especially those related to heart disease and myocardial infarction. The claim will be readjudicated after these records are obtained.

The Veteran's service connection claim for coronary artery disease, status post myocardial infarction is granted due to presumed exposure to herbicide agents in Vietnam.

The Veteran's cause of death, cardiac arrhythmia due to or as a result of pneumonia and reactive airway disease, is considered service-connected because his ischemic heart disease (CAD) was related to his active military service.

The Veteran's death was caused by coronary artery disease, which is presumed to be due to exposure to herbicide agents in service. The claim for DIC benefits under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1318 is moot as the cause of death claim has been granted.

The Veteran's ischemic heart disease, currently manifested by coronary artery disease, is presumed to have been incurred as a result of Agent Orange exposure during his active service in the Republic of Vietnam.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD and other disabilities render him in need of regular aid and attendance, warranting SMC based on the need for aid and attendance. However, he does not meet the criteria for housebound status.

The Board has remanded the claims for further development due to inadequate examination reports.

The Veteran's coronary artery disease is presumed to have been incurred during his active duty service due to his in-service exposure to herbicides.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's previously denied claim for service connection for coronary artery disease, finding that new and material evidence has been submitted. The condition is presumed to be due to in-service exposure to lightning strikes.

The Veteran's coronary artery disease is presumed to have been incurred in active service due to his exposure to herbicides during service in Vietnam. The Board grants the claim for service connection.

The Veteran's service connection claims for emphysema, collapsed lung, and coronary artery disease are all granted due to exposure to herbicides in the Republic of Vietnam.

The Veteran's hypertension and coronary artery disease are being remanded for further examination to determine if they are related to service.

The Veteran is found to be in need of regular aid and attendance due to his physical and mental incapacity, which requires care or assistance on a regular basis to protect him from hazards or dangers incident to his daily environment. The Board has granted the special monthly pension based on this finding.

The Veteran's ischemic heart disease, including acute myocardial infarction and coronary artery bypass surgery, is presumed to have been caused by his exposure to herbicide agents during active duty service in Vietnam.

The Veteran's hypertension and heart disease were not found to be related to service or service-connected PTSD. The Veteran was granted an increased rating for his PTSD, but only up to a certain date.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining a VA examination and reviewing existing treatment records.

The Board found that the Veteran's death was not caused by a service-connected disability, as his heart disorder and diabetes were not related to his military service.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been submitted to reopen the Veteran's claim for service connection for hypertension. The issues of service connection for a heart disability, including coronary artery disease; an initial increased rating for PTSD; and TDIU are remanded due to the need for additional development.