The Board granted service connection for a C-section scar, finding that the Veteran's current abdominal scar is at least as likely as not related to a C-section performed during her active duty service.
The deciding factor: The Board found the evidence of record supported a nexus between the Veteran's current abdominal scar and the in-service C-section, particularly when reasonable doubt was resolved in her favor.
- Claimed conditions
- C-section scar
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- June 4, 2025
- Citation
- A25049196
What this means for you
A grant means the Board agreed the veteran was entitled to the benefit. Decisions like this show the kind of evidence and arguments that tend to succeed for claims like it.
What you can do next
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