The Veteran's claims for service connection have been reopened due to the submission of new evidence. The cases are remanded for further examination and opinion regarding his left-hand, right-hand, and sinus conditions.

The deciding factor: New evidence has been submitted that relates to an unestablished fact necessary to substantiate the claim for service connection for a sinus condition (worsening during service).

Claimed conditions

{"condition_name":"Sinus Condition","additional_notes":"The Veteran was treated for sinus problems during service, underwent surgery in September 1959, and reported continuous symptoms since service."}, {"condition_name":"Left-Hand Disability","additional_notes":"The Veteran testified that he has limited dexterity in his hands and that the condition has existed since an injury sustained during service. He also indicated that he is unable to make a gripping motion due to pain and progressive worsening."}, {"condition_name":"Right-Hand Disability","additional_notes":"The Veteran reported right-hand strain and amputation of the second digit, right hand. The examiner noted no medical evidence to substantiate his claim for direct service connection."}

How they argued it

Not specified

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

November 26, 2019

Citation

19189540

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