Prostate cancer Board decisions

The Veteran's service-connected prostate cancer residuals made it difficult for him to function in any work environment, leading to his retirement before he originally intended. The Board found sufficient evidence to support a reasonable possibility that the Veteran is unemployable by reason of his service-connected prostate cancer.

The Board denied the Veteran's request to restore a higher rating for prostate cancer residuals, finding that the reduction from 100% to 60% was proper and his current disability picture is adequately covered by the existing rating criteria.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings were denied. The Board found that the Veteran did not meet the criteria for higher ratings in any of his conditions, including PTSD with alcohol abuse.

The Veteran is seeking earlier effective dates for the award of a 10% rating for prostate cancer and a 20% rating, which were granted in November 2020 and January 2021 respectively.

The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for service connection of residuals, prostate cancer is denied. The effective date remains at November 13, 2018.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for a sinus condition and his request for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability due to service-connected disabilities. The evidence did not support current diagnoses of a sinus-related condition or other service-connected disabilities that would allow for a TDIU.

The Board has denied service connection for groin pain and prostate cancer, finding that the evidence does not support a nexus to service.

The Veteran's prostate cancer is granted service connection based on exposure to herbicide agents during service in Thailand, which is presumed for diseases listed under 38 C.F.R. § 3.309(e).

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for prostate cancer and bladder control is dismissed due to his death during the pendency of the appeal.

The Board has decided that the discontinuation of the 100 percent rating for prostate cancer, effective June 1, 2020, was proper. The case is remanded due to a failure to seek an addendum opinion addressing side effects from hormone and/or radiation treatment.

The Veteran's hypertension and prostate cancer are granted as service-connected due to exposure to herbicide agents during active duty.,Service connection for abnormal glucose/type II diabetes, colon polyps, heart condition, lower extremity radiculopathy/neuropathy, and erectile dysfunction is remanded.

The Veteran's entitlement to continued special monthly compensation (SMC) at the housebound rate was denied as he no longer met the criteria for SMC due to a reduction in his prostate cancer evaluation from 100% to 60%. The Veteran had only one service-connected disability rated at 100%, which is not sufficient to meet the requirements for SMC.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded due to insufficient evidence regarding his need for aid and attendance. The VA needs to obtain recent medical records and schedule a new examination to assess the impact of his service-connected conditions on his daily activities.

The Board has decided that the Veteran's claim for service connection for prostate cancer should be remanded, meaning a new decision is needed.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's death was caused by asbestos exposure during service, and grants service connection for the cause of his death.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including prostate cancer and ischemic heart disease, do not render him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation.

The Board denied service connection for osteoarthritis of the bilateral ankles and prostate cancer, finding no evidence linking these conditions to military service.

The Board has granted service connection for prostate cancer with metastasis to the bladder and skeletal system, anemia secondary to prostate cancer, and SMC based on the need for aid and attendance. The decision is based on evidence that supports these claims.

The Board has granted service connection for prostate cancer, finding that the Veteran's in-service asbestos exposure is related to his current condition.

The Veteran's claims for IHD/CAD, hypertension, and prostate cancer have been granted. The claims for an acquired psychiatric disorder (PTSD and persistent depressive disorder) and a respiratory disability (shortness of breath) are being remanded.