The Veteran's death was not caused by a service-connected condition, and the Board denied both DIC benefits and dependency and indemnity compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1318.
The deciding factor: The cause of death (possible myocardial infarction due to congestive heart failure) was not attributable to any service-connected disability, including pulmonary sarcoidosis or hypertension.
- Claimed conditions
- uveitis, pulmonary sarcoidosis, dysthymic disorder, Cushing's disease
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- August 12, 2010
- Citation
- 1030196
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
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Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Whole decision: Granted
The Veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings have been granted. The initial rating of 10 percent, but not higher, has been assigned for pulmonary sarcoidosis. Service connection has also been established for migraine headaches, degenerative arthritis in the left knee, right knee disorder (osteoarthritis), right ankle sprain, right shoulder rotator cuff tendonitis, bilateral flat feet, and various foot conditions.
- Whole decision: Denied
The Board has denied service connection for Cushing's disease and pituitary tumor, finding that the evidence does not support a causal relationship to military service. The Veteran's conditions are attributed to her own diagnosis rather than exposure to toxic substances during service.
- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the case due to errors in obtaining necessary medical records and conducting a proper examination. The Veteran's respiratory disability, including pulmonary sarcoidosis, is being reviewed again.
- Whole decision: Dismissed
The Veteran withdrew their appeal for service connection of an acquired psychiatric disorder.
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