Hypertension (high blood pressure) decisions — 2014

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining a new VA examination to determine if the Veteran's hypertension is related to his service-connected PTSD.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities render him so helpless as to be in need of regular aid and attendance, warranting special monthly compensation based on the need for regular aid and attendance.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for a left knee disability and hypertension are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining relevant medical records and conducting VA examinations.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for hypertension has been withdrawn.,Service connection is granted for an acquired psychiatric disorder (Bipolar Disorder).

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the claim of service connection for hypertension. However, after a thorough review of all available evidence, including VA treatment records and private medical opinions, the Board finds that there is no evidence showing a direct link between the Veteran's current hypertension, heart disability, or sleep apnea and his military service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's current headaches, hypertension, and ischemic heart disease are not related to service. The arthritis claim is remanded for further development.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for erectile dysfunction, hypertension, and peripheral neuropathy are being remanded due to the need for additional development of his medical records and a new VA examination.

The Veteran's hypertension was found to have manifested within one year of his discharge from active military service, warranting service connection. The initial rating for the back disability remains at 20 percent.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is remanded for additional development, including an occupational examination to determine if her service-connected conditions prevent her from engaging in substantially gainful employment.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's hypertension is not caused or aggravated by his service-connected diabetes mellitus, type II.

The Board has found that there is no evidence of asthma in service or until many years after separation, and thus the Veteran's current asthma does not meet the criteria for service connection.

The Veteran is found to be unemployable due to his service-connected disabilities, including diabetes mellitus and its complications. His combined disability rating has been at least 90% since May 21, 2009.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional medical opinions and consideration of the provisions of 38 U.S.C.A. § 1154(b).

The Board has determined that the Veteran's sleep apnea is not caused or aggravated by his service-connected sinusitis, hypertension, and hypertensive heart disease. The compensable rating for sinusitis claim was also denied.

The Board has granted service connection for left ear hearing loss, finding that the Veteran's currently diagnosed condition is related to his in-service acoustic trauma. The other issues remain pending and will be remanded.

The Board denied service connection for diabetes mellitus type 2 and hypertension, finding no evidence of chronic conditions during or within one year after service. The Veteran's claims were not supported by sufficient lay or medical evidence.

The Veteran's death was caused by portopulmonary hypertension, which is linked to his service-connected gunshot wound to the right chest. The Board has determined that this service-connected condition contributed substantially to the cause of death.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD due to insufficient evidence of a verified in-service stressor. The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder other than PTSD and hypertension claims are pending.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus and hypertension are being remanded due to the need for additional medical examinations, as well as the need to obtain VA treatment records and private medical records.

The Veteran's hypertension was evaluated and found not to warrant a rating in excess of the current 10 percent, as his blood pressure readings did not meet the criteria for a higher evaluation under the applicable rating schedule.