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Evidence checklist

Cervical Cancer Residuals

DC 762738 CFR § 4.116Gynecological/Breast

Evidence strength

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01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 2 collected
Oncology records documenting cervical cancer diagnosis, stage, and treatmentCritical

Records from your oncologist showing the type and stage of cervical cancer, treatments received (surgery, radiation, chemo), and your current cancer status.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking cervical cancer to service (toxic exposure)Critical

A medical opinion connecting your cervical cancer to military service, such as toxic exposure, contaminated water, or other service-related risk factors.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 1 collected
Documentation of all residual conditions from treatmentCritical

Records listing lasting side effects from cancer treatment, such as bladder dysfunction, bowel problems, neuropathy from chemo, radiation damage, early menopause, or chronic pain.

VA or private records · written request
03

Diagnostic tests and lab results

0 of 2 collected
Biopsy and pathology report confirming diagnosisCritical

The pathology report from your cervical biopsy or surgical specimen confirming cancer, including type, grade, and margin status.

Imaging or lab facility · records request
Follow-up imaging showing current status

Recent imaging (CT, MRI, PET scan) showing whether cancer is in remission or has returned.

Imaging or lab facility · records request
04

Lay statements

0 of 2 collected
Buddy statement from spouse, family, or fellow service member

A written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
Personal statement describing symptoms and functional impact

Your own written account of how this condition affects your daily activities, work, and relationships. Describe your worst days.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
05

Benefits questionnaire

0 of 1 collected
DBQ — Gynecological Conditions or Residuals of Cancer Treatment

Disability Benefits Questionnaire completed by your doctor documenting your current residual symptoms and how they affect your daily life.

Provider-completed · VA DBQ formHow to get this →
06

Service records

0 of 1 collected
Service treatment records (STRs)Critical

Military medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180

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