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Service connection for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) secondary to service-connected general anxiety disorder with insomnia not otherwise specified and alcohol use disorder (psychiatric disability), rhinitis, and…

July 30, 2026Citation Nr. A26069949Docket 250828-580673va.gov source

  • Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) secondary to service-connected psychiatric disability with rhinitis and sinusitisGranted
DecisionAnalysis

Board reasoning

The Board finds a current diagnosis of OSA and service connection for psychiatric disability, rhinitis, and sinusitis established. Resolving reasonable doubt in the Veteran's favor, the nexus between OSA and the service-connected conditions is warranted, supported by a record of medical opinions indicating potential aggravation and a balance of probative nexus evidence.

Issues

  • Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) secondary to service-connected psychiatric disability with rhinitis and sinusitisGranted

Authorities

  • Allen v. Brown, 7 Vet. App. 439Proximity of secondary service connection requires evidence that the disability is caused or aggravated by a service-connected condition.
  • Davidson v. Shinseki, 581 F.3d 1313Illustrates general framework for service connection including nexus requirement.
  • Pond v. West, 12 Vet. App. 341Cites framework for service connection analysis in VA decisions.

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