The Veteran's large B cell lymphoma is presumed to be due to herbicide exposure during his service in Thailand, and the claim for service connection is granted.
The deciding factor: The Veteran was present at or near the perimeter of Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base where he was exposed to herbicides, including Agent Orange. His post-service diagnosis of large B cell lymphoma is linked to such exposure.
- Claimed conditions
- large B cell lymphoma
- How they argued it
- Presumptive (no nexus needed)
- Exposure basis
- Burn pits / airborne hazards
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- June 5, 2019
- Citation
- 19143147
Veterans Law Judge
Judge attribution: 2025 complete; earlier years partial.
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