The veteran's claims for service connection for left knee patellar instability and right shoulder strain with tendinosis were granted. All other issues were denied or remanded.

The deciding factor: The Board found that the evidence was in approximate balance for the granted conditions, resolving doubt in favor of the Veteran.

Claimed conditions

left knee patellar instability, right shoulder strain with tendinosis, nose bleeds, sleep apnea, bilateral hydrocele, chronic cough, left foot disorder, right foot disorder, right knee disorder

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

Burn pits / airborne hazards

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 23, 2025

Citation

A25006145

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