The veteran's dumping syndrome with IBS, pancreatitis, GERD, and hiatal hernia is manifested by circulatory symptoms after meals with frequent bouts of diarrhea. The VA has granted a 40 percent rating for these conditions.
The deciding factor: The veteran's medical records consistently documented his symptoms including abdominal cramps, bloating, diarrhea, sweating, and weight loss, which were consistent with the criteria for a 40 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 7308 (post-gastrectomy syndromes).
- Claimed conditions
- Dumping Syndrome
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- April 30, 2007
- Citation
- 0712697
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