The veteran's memory loss and strokes are considered unintended consequences of his heart valve surgery in November 1991, which entitles him to benefits under the provisions of 38 U.S.C.A. § 1151.
The deciding factor: The onset of strokes and memory loss was not an intended consequence of the veteran's 1991 surgery.
- Claimed conditions
- Memory loss, Strokes
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- April 19, 2001
- Citation
- 0111467
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