Granted
The Board granted service connection for obstructive sleep apnea based on the evidence showing a current disability, in-service symptoms, and a positive nexus between the in-service events and the current condition.
The deciding factor: The Board found that the Veteran's OSA is related to his in-service symptoms of daytime fatigue and gasping for breath during sleep, as well as the buddy statement confirming observed cessation of breathing while sleeping during service.
- Claimed conditions
- obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- October 6, 2025
- Citation
- A25085910
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