The Veteran's prostate cancer residuals and hypertension have been granted initial ratings of 60 percent and 10 percent, respectively. The prostate cancer residuals are rated based on voiding dysfunction, while the hypertension is rated based on diastolic pressure predominantly over 100 with continuous medication required.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's prostate cancer residuals were shown to be primarily manifested by urinary frequency and urine leakage, warranting a 60 percent rating. The hypertension was shown to require continuous medication for control of diastolic pressures over 100, qualifying for a 10 percent rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Prostate cancer residuals, Hypertension
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- December 23, 2024
- Citation
- A24085669
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