Prostate cancer Board decisions

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence linking the Veteran's stroke and prostate cancer residuals to his military service. The rating for prostate cancer residuals remains at 40 percent.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's claim for compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1151, specifically concerning the radiation treatment he received for prostate cancer and its impact on his service-connected gastric syndrome.

The Veteran's chronic testicle pain is granted as secondary to his service-connected prostate cancer. TDIU benefits are granted based on the combined rating of his service-connected disabilities, including prostate cancer and right knee disability. SMC at the housebound rate is also granted.

The Veteran's petition to reopen claims for service connection for hearing loss, prostate cancer, and a psychiatric condition were granted. The claim for service connection for an eye disorder was denied.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's exposure to herbicide agents at Udorn RTAFB, which could affect his claim for service connection for the cause of his death. The appellant must provide a clear map showing the location of the flight line and aircraft repair facilities in relation to the base perimeter.

The Veteran's ambulance services provided by Darby Fire Co. No. 1 on July 27, 2019 are approved as the emergency treatment was necessary due to a head injury and alcohol consumption.

The Board denied service connection for coronary artery disease, prostate cancer, and type 2 diabetes mellitus due to lack of evidence showing these conditions were incurred or aggravated by active service.

The Veteran's appeal for a higher rating for prostate cancer residuals and restoration of the 100% rating was denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a higher than 20 percent rating for the residuals, as there were no documented symptoms warranting such a rating.

The Veteran's prostate cancer is presumed to be related to his exposure to herbicide agents during service in Thailand, and the Board has granted service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for the grant of service connection for prostate cancer is denied. The earliest date on which service connection can be granted is July 27, 2019.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for prostate cancer and remanded the issue of service connection for colon cancer. The denial is based on a lack of competent medical evidence showing a current disability for which entitlement to service connection can be established.

The Board has remanded the claims for bilateral hearing loss, skin condition, prostate cancer, bladder condition, and an acquired psychiatric disorder due to potential issues with medical opinions and exposure history.

The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for service connection of coronary artery disease, prostate cancer, erectile dysfunction, and special monthly compensation based on loss of use of a creative organ is denied.,The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for aid and attendance allowance for his spouse is denied.

The Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation (SMC) based on aid and attendance is remanded due to the need for additional development, including scheduling a VA examination.

The Veteran's PTSD, bilateral hearing loss, and prostate cancer residuals are all granted with specific ratings. The claim for service connection of tremors is remanded.

The Veteran's prostate cancer, voiding dysfunction, erectile dysfunction (ED), and right ear hearing loss are all granted as service-connected due to exposure to herbicide agents during his time stationed at Udorn Royal Thai Air Force Base.

The Veteran's left ear hearing loss and tinnitus are granted as service-connected due to in-service noise exposure.,Prostate cancer is presumed service-connected based on herbicide agent exposure during service.

The Board denied service connection for diabetes mellitus, heart disability, and prostate cancer as the Veteran did not have exposure to herbicide agents during his service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran is not entitled to an effective date prior to June 13, 2016 for the assignment of a 40 percent rating for prostate cancer residuals. The claim for a higher rating remains pending and is remanded.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for prostate cancer has been reopened and granted. However, the Board found that there is no evidence of current prostate cancer at any point during the appeal period. The Veteran's PTSD remains rated as 50 percent prior to November 19, 2018, and 70 percent thereafter.