The Veteran's claim for service connection for hepatic steatosis and neurobehavioral effects was denied. The Board found that there is no direct nexus between the conditions and exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.,There is also no current evidence of a liver disorder, as the Veteran does not have a currently diagnosed fatty liver.
The deciding factor: The medical opinions provided did not establish a link between the Veteran's current conditions and his service or exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. The Board found that any potential current liver condition is more likely due to obesity and hyperlipidemia, rather than exposure to contaminated water.
- Claimed conditions
- hepatic steatosis, neurobehavioral effects
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- March 27, 2022
- Citation
- 22017954
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- Partly granted
The Veteran's claims for service connection for sleep apnea and hepatic steatosis have been denied. The claim for rheumatoid arthritis is being remanded.,Service connection has not been established for the claimed conditions.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's neurobehavioral effects, including intellectual disability and mood disorders, are related to her military service exposure at Camp Lejeune. The Board has ordered a VA examination to determine if these conditions were aggravated by service.
- Denied
The Veteran's hypertension, erectile dysfunction, sleep apnea, and migraines were all denied increased ratings.,Service connection for hepatic steatosis was granted.
- Dismissed
The Veteran's appeal regarding service connection for various conditions has been dismissed due to their death.
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