The Veteran's left testicle hematoma resulting in orchiectomy was caused by VA carelessness, negligence, lack of proper skill, error in judgment, or similar instance of fault. The Board finds that the Veteran is entitled to compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1151 for this condition.
The deciding factor: The left testicle hematoma resulting in orchiectomy was caused by VA carelessness, negligence, lack of proper skill, error in judgment, or similar instance of fault.
- Claimed conditions
- left testicle hematoma resulting in orchiectomy, right hydrocele, rectal abscess, hemorrhoidal prolapse
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- February 4, 2010
- Citation
- 1005251
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