The Board denied service connection for the cause of death due to glioblastoma multiforme, finding that there was no evidence linking the cancer to the Veteran's active duty service or exposure to herbicide agents like Agent Orange.
The deciding factor: The VA medical opinion concluded that the Veteran’s glioblastoma multiforme was less likely as not caused by his active duty service, including exposure to herbicide agents.
- Claimed conditions
- Glioblastoma multiforme
- How they argued it
- Presumptive (no nexus needed)
- Exposure basis
- Agent Orange / herbicides
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- April 9, 2020
- Citation
- 20024434
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- Granted
The Veteran's glioblastoma multiforme is considered a contributory cause of death, and the Board has determined that it was caused by in-service exposure to Agent Orange. Service connection for the cause of the Veteran's death is granted.
- Denied
The Veteran's death was not caused by a service-connected disability, and there is no evidence linking his glioblastoma multiforme to herbicide exposure. The claim for cause of death is denied.
- Denied
The Veteran's service-connected conditions, including diabetes mellitus, did not contribute substantially or materially to his death. The Board found no evidence linking the brain tumors and diabetes to service.
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