The Veteran's migraines, mesenteric carcinoid tumor of the ileum, liver cancer, and lymph node cancer are all found to be related to service. However, her back disability is not found to be related to service.,For the period on appeal, a rating of 70 percent for major depressive disorder has been granted.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's migraines, mesenteric carcinoid tumor of the ileum, liver cancer, and lymph node cancer are all found to be related to service exposure. The back disability is not supported by evidence showing an in-service injury or disease.,The Veteran's major depressive disorder symptoms have been found to meet criteria for a 70 percent rating due to significant impairment in social and occupational functioning.
- Claimed conditions
- Migraines, Mesenteric carcinoid tumor of the ileum, Liver cancer, Lymph node cancer, Back disability
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 70%
- Decision date
- December 16, 2021
- Citation
- A21020123
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