Glaucoma decisions — 2005

The Board denied service connection for defective eyesight and glaucoma, but granted service connection for dental trauma for outpatient treatment purposes. The right foot arthritis with pes planus was rated at 20 percent disabling, while the left foot arthritis with pes planus was also rated at 20 percent disabling.

The veteran's claims for increased ratings for depression and open angle glaucoma are being remanded to allow for further development.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including a VA examination and consideration of additional evidence.

The veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for additional notification and assistance, including obtaining medical records and examinations.

The Board found that the veteran's glaucoma was not incurred during or aggravated by active military service and denied his claim for service connection.

The veteran withdrew his appeals for service connection for diabetes mellitus, Type II, and glaucoma, claimed as secondary to diabetes mellitus, Type II.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes, glaucoma, and osteoarthritis of the left foot with hallux valgus as there is no evidence linking these conditions to his military service.