The Veteran's right knee chondromalacia is manifested by removal of the meniscus, pain and noncompensable limitation of flexion and extension without ankylosis; a malunion of the tibia or fibula with a moderate knee or ankle disability; subluxation or instability; or dislocation of the semilunar cartilage of the knee with frequent episodes of 'locking', pain and effusion into the joint. The criteria for entitlement to a higher rating have not been met.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right knee chondromalacia does not meet the criteria for a disability rating in excess of 10 percent as it is manifested by limitation of flexion and extension without ankylosis, subluxation or instability, or dislocation of the semilunar cartilage with frequent episodes of 'locking', pain and effusion into the joint.
- Claimed conditions
- Right knee chondromalacia, Meniscectomy and chondroplasty
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- August 5, 2014
- Citation
- 1434881
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Denied
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