Epilepsy & seizure disorders decisions — 2001

The veteran's claim of service connection for a seizure disorder was granted in February 1978 with a 40 percent evaluation. The appellant argues that there is clear and unmistakable error (CUE) in this decision, but the Board finds no legal merit to the argument.

The veteran is seeking service connection for headaches, seizures, and memory problems claimed as residuals of a fracture of the left maxillary zygomatic complex. The case has been remanded to obtain clarifying medical information.

The Board has determined that additional development is necessary due to the need for a new rating examination and review of medical records. The appellant's disabilities include seizure disorder, left wrist pain, degenerative joint disease of the elbows, occasional angina-like chest pain, and history of a cerebral vascular accident.

The Board found that the veteran's seizure disorder did not result from VA treatment and denied his claim for service connection. The right hand injury issue was also considered, but no specific decision was made as it is unclear if this case was about service connection at all.