The appeal for an earlier effective date for the left ganglion cyst residuals was dismissed, while a rating of 10 percent for right ganglion cyst residuals from October 31, 2013, but no earlier, was granted.

The deciding factor: The increase in disability of the right wrist occurred on October 31, 2013, as evidenced by pain and worsening symptoms, which warranted an effective date for the increased rating.

Claimed conditions

Left ganglion cyst residuals, Right ganglion cyst residuals

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

November 3, 2025

Citation

A25095373

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