The Veteran's multiple basal cell carcinomas and squamous cell carcinomas originated during active service due to extensive sun exposure while serving as a signalman aboard the U.S.S. Thaddeus Parker in the South Pacific.
The deciding factor: Service connection is granted based on the evidence showing that the Veteran's skin cancer originated during his military service, specifically from extensive sun exposure he experienced while performing his duties as a signalman.
- Claimed conditions
- multiple basal cell carcinomas, squamous cell carcinomas
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- June 2, 2016
- Citation
- 1622049
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What this means for you
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Related decisions
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- Denied
The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for skin lesions, including basal and squamous cell carcinomas. The cancers were not found to be related to military service or herbicide exposure.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's skin cancer, subcutaneous cysts, left knee and back conditions, esophageal condition (hiatal hernia and / or GERD), and stomach problem (gastritis) are being remanded for further development.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's skin cancer, subcutaneous cysts, left knee and back conditions, esophageal condition (hiatal hernia and / or GERD), and stomach problem (gastritis) are being remanded for further development.
- Granted
The Board has granted service connection for skin cancer of the arms, legs, and cheek due to extensive sun exposure during service. The decision resolves doubt in favor of the Veteran.
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