The Board denied service connection for a left wrist condition, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and vasectomy residuals due to lack of evidence linking these conditions to service.,There is no credible evidence showing that the Veteran's current left wrist condition, OSA, or vasectomy residuals are related to his military service.
The deciding factor: The Board found insufficient evidence to establish a nexus between the Veteran's current left wrist condition and service. The only in-service left wrist injury was a puncture wound with no subsequent treatment.,There is no credible evidence showing that the Veteran's OSA began during or is related to his military service. His STRs did not mention any sleep problems, and he denied frequent trouble sleeping at separation from service.,The Board found insufficient evidence to establish a nexus between the Veteran's vasectomy residuals and service. The only post-service complaints were unrelated to the vasectomy procedure.
- Claimed conditions
- left wrist condition, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), vasectomy residuals
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- May 5, 2023
- Citation
- 23026183
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