The Veteran's small cell carcinoma of the stomach with metastases to the liver is granted an evaluation of 100 percent, and his left and right lower extremity peripheral neuropathy are each granted an evaluation of 40 percent. Special monthly compensation based on housebound status was also granted.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's small cell carcinoma has not been characterized as in remission, and he is undergoing regular MRI and CT scans, which more nearly approximate X-Rays or other therapeutic procedures. His peripheral neuropathy results in moderately severe incomplete paralysis of the sciatic nerve in his bilateral lower extremities.
- Claimed conditions
- small cell carcinoma of the stomach with metastases to the liver (SCC)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- February 25, 2025
- Citation
- A25016801
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