Ischemic heart disease Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date of August 5, 2016 (the date he received his ischemic heart disease service connection) is denied as the claim was not filed within one year after separation from active duty.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for ischemic heart disease, residual surgical scars secondary to the condition, and diabetes mellitus type II due to herbicide exposure have been granted. The cases are remanded for further development.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for OSA, CAD, cirrhosis of the liver, and diabetes mellitus type II are remanded due to the need for a medical examination.,It is noted that these conditions may be secondary to obesity, which resulted from the Veteran's right ankle disability.

The Veteran's back condition, diabetes mellitus type II, bilateral cataracts, peripheral vascular disease (left and right lower extremities), coronary artery disease post-CABG, left below-the-knee amputation, status post right 4th and 5th toe amputations with foot ulcers, recurring infections, psychiatric disorder, bleeding ulcers, left shoulder condition, and right shoulder condition are all found to be related to service. The Veteran's diabetes mellitus type II is denied as there is no evidence of herbicide agent exposure during active duty.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II, ischemic heart disease (IHD), and erectile dysfunction as secondary to diabetes mellitus, type II were denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support herbicide exposure in Thailand or Vietnam, which is required for presumptive service connection.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for a heart disability, stroke, right lower and upper extremity hemiparesis, and speech disability are all denied as there is no evidence of current disabilities or that they are related to his military service.

The Board denied service connection for a psychiatric disorder, including posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depressive disorder; heart disorder; and right knee disorder. The Veteran's claims were remanded for further development.

The Veteran's service-connected arrhythmia and heart condition do not render him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation, as his limitations are limited to sedentary work.

The Board denied service connection for lumbar spine disorder, heart disorder, lung disorder, restless leg syndrome, neuropathy of left lower extremity, and neuropathy of right lower extremity. The evidence did not support a finding that these conditions were incurred or aggravated by military service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service-connected PTSD contributed substantially or materially to his cause of death, congestive heart failure (CHF), and therefore grants service connection for cause of death.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including bilateral hearing loss and PTSD, have prevented him from securing or following a substantially gainful occupation prior to February 8, 2011.

The Board has granted an earlier effective date of August 8, 1994 for the grant of service connection for coronary artery disease (CAD). The case is remanded to determine if a prior effective date for the increased rating can be established.

The Board denied service connection for a heart disability and diabetes mellitus, type II due to lack of evidence showing exposure to herbicide agents during service. The Veteran's military records showed he served at Osan Air Base in South Korea and Eglin Air Force Base in Florida, but the aircraft used there were not known to have been contaminated with herbicides until after his service.

The Veteran's need for aid and attendance was due, at least in part, to his service-connected heart disease. The Board found that the criteria for SMC based on aid and attendance were met.

The Veteran's service connection for coronary artery disease is granted due to exposure to herbicide agents during his service in the Republic of Vietnam.

The Board has determined that the Veteran was exposed to herbicide agents while stationed at Ubon Royal Thai Air Force Base and finds it likely that his coronary artery disease is related to this exposure. As such, service connection for coronary artery disease is granted.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for coronary artery disease and prostate cancer are remanded due to the need to verify his exposure to toxic chemicals during service.

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus, type II and prostate cancer are presumed related to exposure to herbicide agents while in service. The heart disorder is remanded for further examination.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, including coronary artery disease, left leg amputation, peripheral neuropathies in both upper and lower extremities, vocal cord paralysis, and an acquired psychiatric disorder. The Board found no evidence linking these conditions to service or a service-connected disability.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claim for service connection for coronary artery disease due to exposure to herbicide agents while serving near the perimeter of Takhli Royal Thai Airforce Base in Thailand.