Lung cancer decisions — 2003

The Board denied service connection for the cause of the veteran's death, finding that there was no evidence linking lung cancer to military service and that ischemic heart disease did not contribute to his death.

The veteran died of lung cancer, which was presumed to be caused by exposure to ionizing radiation. The claim for accrued benefits is denied as no periodic monetary benefits were due and unpaid at the time of his death.

The Board found that the veteran's scleroderma and lung cancer were not related to his service, including exposure to Agent Orange. Therefore, the cause of death was not incurred in or aggravated by military service.

The Board denied service connection for the cause of the veteran's death and denied entitlement to accrued benefits due to lack of legal merit.