The Veteran's death was caused by a neuroendocrine tumor, which the VA medical expert opined was likely due to his in-service exposure to industrial solvents and chemicals. The Board granted service connection for cause of death based on this evidence.
The deciding factor: A VA medical expert concluded that the Veteran's exposure to industrial solvents during service caused his cancer, leading to his death.
- Claimed conditions
- Neuroendocrine tumor, Carcinoid syndrome
- How they argued it
- Aggravation of a pre-existing condition
- Exposure basis
- Burn pits / airborne hazards
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- March 4, 2026
- Citation
- A26019682
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What this means for you
A grant means the Board agreed the veteran was entitled to the benefit. Decisions like this show the kind of evidence and arguments that tend to succeed for claims like it.
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate examination and duty-to-assist errors, requiring a new medical opinion on the etiology of the Veteran's neuroendocrine tumor.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the etiology of the Veteran's neuroendocrine tumor, specifically whether it is related to service-connected Crohn's Disease with Irritable Bowel Disease (IBS).
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the case due to procedural deficiencies and the need for further development, including obtaining a dose assessment from VA's Under Secretary for Health regarding the Veteran's exposure to ionizing radiation during service.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided that the Veteran's neuroendocrine tumor is related to his service-connected Crohn's disease with Irritable Bowel Disease (IBS), but needs further clarification from a medical expert regarding the relationship.
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