The Board has granted a 10 percent rating for the veteran's right knee osteochondritis dissecans and a 20 percent rating for his left knee osteochondritis dissecans, effective from November 1999.
The deciding factor: The VA examinations showed that both knees had osteochondritis dissecans with some degree of pain and limitation of motion, but no significant instability or effusion. The veteran's symptoms were managed with medication and a brace, which allowed him to continue his employment as a locksmith.
- Claimed conditions
- right knee osteochondritis dissecans, left knee osteochondritis dissecans
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- December 3, 2002
- Citation
- 0217449
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate nexus opinions regarding the Veteran's right knee disability. The claim will be further evaluated with an addendum opinion from a clinician.
- Granted
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- Remanded (sent back)
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