Lung cancer Board decisions

The Board has granted service connection for testicular cancer, lung cancer, lymphatic cancer, erectile dysfunction (ED), low testosterone, loss of use of a creative organ (heart disorder), acid reflux, and lung damage. SMC based on the loss of use of a creative organ is also granted.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for kidney cancer has been dismissed as the appeal is no longer before the Board. The earlier effective date for lung cancer has been granted to August 25, 2023. Claims for hypertension, essential tremors, and need for regular aid and attendance have been remanded.

The Veteran's death was not service-connected, and the Appellant did not meet the requirements for DIC benefits under 38 U.S.C. § 1318.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's exposure to herbicides and other toxins during service, as well as a need for an opinion on whether his psychological issues contributed to his death.

The Board has dismissed the Veteran's appeal for service connection for metastatic lung cancer and its residuals, as the benefit sought (full grant of service connection) has already been granted in full with a maximum rating.

The Veteran's cause of death is being remanded for further development to determine if it was related to in-service TERA exposure.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for bilateral hearing loss, lung cancer, and liver cancer due to a pre-decisional duty to assist error. The Veteran is not currently diagnosed with any of these conditions.

The Veteran's lung cancer with pleural effusion is related to his in-service asbestos exposure, and the Board has granted service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's lung cancer is granted a permanent and total disability rating effective January 9, 2025.,The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss is restored to a 20% rating effective May 10, 2025.

The Board has remanded the case due to a duty to assist error, specifically failing to obtain an adequate medical opinion regarding the Veteran's lung cancer and its relation to exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune during service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's death was caused by lung cancer, but there is uncertainty about whether his asthma in service contributed to or caused his lung cancer. The Board has therefore remanded the case for further investigation and medical opinions regarding the nature of the Veteran's asthma and its relationship to both his lung cancer and his death.

The Veteran's cause of death was due to respiratory failure from lung cancer, which was metastatic from his primary colon cancer. The Board found that the Veteran's lung cancer and colon cancer were not related to service or any in-service exposure.

The Board has granted service connection for a lung disability, including lung cancer and COPD, on a direct basis due to the Veteran's in-service exposure to burn pits. The decision resolves reasonable doubt in favor of the Veteran.

The Board denied service connection for lung cancer, finding that the evidence did not support a link between the Veteran's current condition and his military service.

The Veteran's request for re-adjudication of his service connection claims for bilateral hearing loss, esophageal cancer, and metastatic lung cancer is granted. The Board finds new and relevant evidence has been received to warrant readjudication of the claims.

The Board has denied service connection for a skin condition and granted service connection for lung cancer on a presumptive basis due to exposure to herbicide agents, but the effective date of service connection is remanded.

The appeal of the March 2025 rating decision implementing a December 2024 Board decision is dismissed because the appellant did not follow the appropriate administrative review options.

The Veteran's lung cancer was granted service connection, and his cause of death due to lung cancer is also granted.

The Veteran's lung cancer, right and left wrist disabilities are remanded for further development. The acquired psychiatric disorder claim is also remanded due to the lack of attempts by the AOJ to obtain relevant medical records.

The Veteran's lung cancer is presumed to be related to his in-service exposure to herbicides, and the Board has granted service connection for the cause of the Veteran's death.