Hypertension (high blood pressure) Board decisions

The Board has determined that the veteran's hypertension with postoperative residuals of right hypertensive hemorrhage is proximately due to his service-connected PTSD, and grants service connection for this condition.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for further development of medical evidence and clarification on whether PTSD aggravates or contributes to the veteran's heart disorders.

The Board has determined that service connection for hypertension was established due to aggravation of a preexisting condition during active military service.

The Board denied service connection for hypertension and erectile dysfunction as secondary to service-connected diabetes mellitus, but granted increased ratings for peripheral neuritis of both lower extremities.,The veteran's peripheral neuropathy was found to be moderately severe in both legs.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for service connection for cardiovascular disease, including hypertension and coronary artery disease, as secondary to his service-connected PTSD. The evidence did not establish a direct relationship between the veteran's service and these conditions.

The veteran's claim for special monthly compensation based on a need for aid and attendance is being remanded due to the need for further development, including a VA examination.

The Board has denied the veteran's claim for an increased disability evaluation for his hypertension, finding that his diastolic pressure is consistently below 110 and his systolic pressure below 200, which does not meet the criteria for a higher rating.

The veteran seeks service connection for hypertension with coronary artery disease, which he contends is related to his service-connected conversion reaction with post-traumatic stress disorder. The case is being remanded due to the need for additional VA examination and compliance with VCAA requirements.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for asbestosis, peptic ulcer disease with gastroesophageal reflux disease, hypertension, bilateral hearing loss, an eye disability, and a disability exhibited by an abnormal electrocardiogram.

The Board has ordered remand to verify the appellant's service in Vietnam and to schedule a VA examination for hypertension. The claims will be reconsidered based on this additional evidence.

The Board has granted a 30 percent evaluation for pulmonary tuberculosis, effective from the date of inactivity following active pulmonary tuberculosis. The veteran's hypertension and heart disorder are not service connected as they were not caused by his service-connected pulmonary tuberculosis.

The Board denied service connection for hypertension and a respiratory disorder, finding no competent medical evidence linking these conditions to service.,Service connection was also denied for headaches secondary to hypertension and sleep apnea as secondary to the respiratory disorder.

The Board has dismissed the veteran's appeals for service connection for a lumbar spine condition, hypertension, and hypertensive heart condition due to lack of timely filing of a substantive appeal.

The veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus, diabetic retinopathy, skin rashes, benign prostatic hypertrophy, coronary artery disease, and essential hypertension have all been denied due to lack of evidence showing a direct or presumptive link to his military service.

The Board has determined that hypertension was not incurred in or aggravated by the veteran's active duty service and denied the claim. The arthritis issue is being referred to the RO for further action.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for an increased rating for his service-connected hypertension, finding that the evidence did not meet the criteria for a compensable rating under Diagnostic Code 7101.

The Board denied service connection for hypertension and an increased rating for dysthymia with depressive features, finding no evidence of a nexus to service or aggravation by a service-connected condition.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, finding that there was no evidence of a causal connection between these conditions and his military service or exposure to herbicides.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus, as well as his claim for service connection for hypertension as secondary to diabetes mellitus. The evidence did not support a finding that these conditions were related to service or service-connected disabilities.

The Board determined that recoupment of the veteran's separation pay in the amount of $24,039.94 is proper for his awards of disability compensation for bilateral hearing loss and gastroesophageal reflux disease.