The Board has determined that the Veteran's rhinoplasty residuals manifested as moderate incomplete paralysis of the fifth cranial nerve, warranting a 10% disability rating. The decision is based on evidence showing constant numbness and pain in the nose.
The deciding factor: The Board found the evidence to be in equipoise regarding whether the Veteran's rhinoplasty residuals constituted moderate incomplete paralysis of the fifth cranial nerve, leading to the granting of a 10% disability rating.
- Claimed conditions
- rhinoplasty residuals, paralysis of the fifth cranial nerve
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- April 14, 2026
- Citation
- A26034392
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