The Board has accepted jurisdiction of the appeal despite the untimeliness of the substantive appeal. The Veteran's death is being remanded for a medical opinion on whether his duodenal cancer is related to his exposure to toxic carcinogens, including tricresyl phosphate (TCP) and trichloroethylene (TCE), while serving as a cryogenics equipment operator in the Marine Corps.
The deciding factor: The Board accepted jurisdiction of the appeal despite the untimeliness of the substantive appeal due to actions taken by VA to indicate that such filing had been waived, including certifying the appeal and holding a Board hearing.
- Claimed conditions
- duodenal cancer
- How they argued it
- Reopened with new and material evidence
- Exposure basis
- Burn pits / airborne hazards
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- August 27, 2020
- Citation
- 20056801
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What this means for you
A remand sends an issue back for more development, often a new examination or missing records. It does not award the benefit or decide the final outcome. The original decision explains the additional work ordered.
What you can do next
Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).
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- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient medical opinions regarding the cause of death and service connection for duodenal cancer.
- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's death was caused by pancreatic cancer with liver metastasis due to bilateral pulmonary emboli. The Board has determined that further development is needed, including for asbestos exposure and Agent Orange exposure claims.
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