The Board found that the Veteran's gastric disorder pre-existed his entry into service and was not aggravated by service. The claim for bronchitis as a result of exposure to herbicides is denied, as bronchitis is not one of the conditions related to herbicide exposure.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's gastric disorder was noted in his pre-induction medical history and was considered a pre-existing condition prior to entry into service. The Board found that there was no clear and unmistakable evidence showing aggravation during service, leading to denial of service connection for the gastric disorder.
- Claimed conditions
- gastric disorder
- How they argued it
- Presumptive (no nexus needed)
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- September 16, 2009
- Citation
- 0934817
This is a plain-language summary generated by AI from a public Board of Veterans’ Appeals decision. It can contain errors — always verify against the original. Search VA.gov for the original decision (opens in a new tab) using citation 0934817.
What this means for you
A final Board denial may be appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, generally within 120 days of the Board mailing date. A Supplemental Claim with new and relevant evidence is a separate option. Another Higher-Level Review of the Board decision is not available. Check your own notice: this historical decision does not set your deadline.
What you can do next
Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).
Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate opinions regarding whether the Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea is caused or aggravated by his service-connected PTSD and gastric disorder. The VA will provide a supplemental opinion for these issues.
- Whole decision: Dismissed
The Veteran's appeals for service connection were dismissed as he withdrew his claims. The Board found no current disabilities relevant to the testicle and gastric disorders, thus denying these claims.
- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
The Board has determined that the VA opinions obtained in August 2021 were inadequate and remanded for additional development. The claims are now being returned to the AOJ for further action.
- Whole decision: Denied
The Veteran's claim for service connection for a gastric disorder (previously 'heartburn') is denied as there is no current diagnosis of the condition.
Free starter guide for your own claim
Reading this because you were denied or under-rated? Get the plain-English next steps — your appeal options, the deadline that protects you, and how appeals like yours turn out. One email, no spam.
We will only use this to send the guide. No spam, unsubscribe any time. We never sell your information.
We are not the VA. Veterans’ Rights is an independent resource built for veterans. We are not the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, not part of the government, and not endorsed by any government agency.
This is general information, not legal advice. For advice about your own situation, talk to a VA-accredited representative — many help for free.