The Board has determined that the veteran's right thigh disability, characterized as a moderate muscle injury with no more than minimal tissue loss and no tendon, joint, nerve, or bone damage, does not warrant an increased rating beyond the current 10 percent evaluation.
The deciding factor: The evidence shows that the residuals of the laceration to Muscle Group XIV are primarily manifested by pain, fatigue, and minimal tissue loss. These residuals do not meet the criteria for a higher rating under Diagnostic Code 5314 or any other applicable diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- residuals, laceration right anterior thigh with damage to muscle group XIV
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- March 14, 2003
- Citation
- 0304740
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