Granted
The Board granted a 40 percent rating for spondylolysis with spondylolisthesis L5-S1, postoperative fusion from September 1, 1971, to August 6, 2003.
The deciding factor: The Veteran had severe recurring attacks of intervertebral disc syndrome (IVDS) with intermittent relief during this period, as corroborated by his spouse's testimony.
- Claimed conditions
- spondylolysis with spondylolisthesis L5-S1, postoperative fusion
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- November 18, 2025
- Citation
- A25099811
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