The Board granted an increased rating of 60 percent for rectal mass with bleeding, as the Veteran's condition more nearly approximates extensive leakage and fairly frequent involuntary bowel movements.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's rectal mass with bleeding was found to more nearly approximate extensive leakage and fairly frequent involuntary bowel movements, warranting a 60 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 7332.

Claimed conditions

rectal mass with bleeding

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

60%

Decision date

October 9, 2025

Citation

A25087783

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