The veteran's claim for service connection of a vision disability, including glaucoma, astigmatism, refractive error, and presbyopia, is granted. The Board found that the onset of these conditions was during active duty.

The deciding factor: The Board resolved reasonable doubt in favor of the Veteran, finding that his vision disability began during his active service.

Claimed conditions

vision disability, glaucoma, astigmatism, refractive error, presbyopia

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 15, 2025

Citation

25000528

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