The Board denied service connection for squamous cell carcinoma of the neck and bad teeth with dry mouth, but granted a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU).
The deciding factor: The evidence did not support a finding that the Veteran's squamous cell carcinoma of the neck or bad teeth with dry mouth were related to his military service. However, it was determined that he could no longer secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation due to his service-connected disabilities.
- Claimed conditions
- squamous cell carcinoma of the neck, bad teeth with dry mouth
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 8, 2024
- Citation
- 24031537
What this means for you
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