Granted
The Board granted service connection for multiple myeloma, finding it directly related to the Veteran's in-service exposure to Benzene and burn pits.
The deciding factor: The evidence shows that the diagnosed multiple myeloma is directly related to the Veteran's in-service exposures, including his work as an aircraft technician where he was likely exposed to jet fuels containing Benzene, and his service in Iraq where he was presumed exposed to burn pits and other toxins.
- Claimed conditions
- multiple myeloma
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- Burn pits / airborne hazards
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- February 20, 2025
- Citation
- A25015658
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