Lung cancer — all decisions

The appeal is dismissed due to the appellant's death, and no effective date prior to November 1, 2012, for service connection of lung cancer and special monthly compensation at the housebound rate is granted.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the cause of the Veteran's death, specifically whether his COPD and pneumonia are related to service or if his lung cancer contributed to his death.

The appeal for service connection of lung cancer and prostate cancer is dismissed due to the Veteran's death.

The appeal for DIC benefits under 38 U.S.C. § 1318 is dismissed because the Appellant withdrew her appeal prior to a decision being made. The issue of service connection for the cause of the Veteran’s death remains and will be remanded.

The Veteran's lung cancer is granted as service connected due to exposure at Camp Lejeune, and his cause of death is also granted.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for lung cancer, brain cancer, hemiplegia of the left lower extremity, hemiplegia of the left upper extremity, seizures, and hypertension due to in-service asbestos exposure. The claims are also being remanded for clarification on periods of Active Duty Training (ACDUTRA) and confirmation of exposure locations.

The Board has granted service connection for metastatic adenocarcinoma due to presumed exposure to herbicides, and awarded special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claims for lung cancer, COPD, and kidney disease due to incomplete medical opinions and need for further development.

The Board denied service connection for lung cancer, finding no evidence of a nexus between the Veteran's in-service duties and his current condition. The Veteran did not serve in Vietnam or have exposure to herbicides during his time at Takhli Royal Thai Air Force Base.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for lung cancer, including as due to asbestos exposure, and for an initial evaluation in excess of 10 percent for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus. An additional medical opinion is needed regarding the etiology of the Veteran's cause of death (due to lung cancer).

The Board has dismissed the appeal for dental condition service connection. Diabetes, lung cancer, and liposarcoma of the right posterior thigh are granted with service connection. The claims for arthritis of the bilateral upper extremities, ankles, and hips are remanded.

The Veteran's service-connected anxiety disorder is found to have contributed to his death from lung cancer, as the evidence shows that his alcohol abuse and resulting liver damage were related to his anxiety disorder. The Board finds in favor of the appellant.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient information regarding the Veteran's exposure to herbicide agents, particularly during his service in Korea and Thailand. The VA needs to seek further verification from the JSRRC for these periods.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete information regarding the Veteran's exposure to toxins, including herbicides or asbestos. The claims for service connection are being reviewed again as new evidence was submitted.

The Board has decided that the Veteran's service-connected COPD contributed to his death, but needs further clarification from a pulmonologist.

The Board has determined that additional evidence is needed for several of the Veteran's service connection claims, including those related to seizure disorder, lung cancer, respiratory disability, and acquired psychiatric disorder. The appeals are being remanded to allow for further development.

The Board dismissed the appeal for service connection for lung cancer. Service connection was granted for colon cancer and the cause of death due to metastatic colon adenocarcinoma is also established.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete development regarding herbicide exposure in Thailand. The Veteran's service connection claims for various cancers and other conditions are being reviewed again, with a focus on confirming any potential herbicide exposure during his time at Korat Air Force Base.

The Veteran's lung cancer, status post lobectomy, is rated at a noncompensable rating due to FEV-1 and FEV-1/FVC results not meeting the criteria for a compensable rating.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for residuals of lung cancer, adenocarcinoma was granted with a 100% evaluation effective February 26, 2016. The Board denied an earlier effective date as the claim was not received until that date.