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Evidence checklist

Chronic Pleurisy

DC 684538 CFR § 4.97Respiratory

Evidence strength

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Saved locally
01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 4 collected
Chest imaging showing pleural thickeningCritical

X-ray or CT scan documenting pleural thickening, effusion, or other pleural abnormalities consistent with chronic pleurisy.

Private provider · independent opinion
PFTs with DLCO testingCritical

Pulmonary function tests documenting restrictive impairment caused by pleural disease and reduced diffusing capacity.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking pleurisy to service ("at least as likely as not")Critical

A medical opinion connecting your chronic pleurisy to an in-service chest infection, trauma, toxic exposure, or other service-related cause.

Private provider · independent opinion
Pulmonologist evaluation

A specialist evaluation documenting the diagnosis, severity, and functional limitations of chronic pleurisy.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 1 collected
Treatment records showing chronic pleuritic pain management

Medical records documenting ongoing pleuritic chest pain, treatment history, and the chronic nature of the condition.

VA or private records · written request
03

Lay statements

0 of 1 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 →
04

Benefits questionnaire

0 of 1 collected
Completed DBQ Respiratory ConditionsCritical

Standardized form capturing PFT results, imaging findings, and functional impact of chronic pleurisy.

Provider-completed · VA DBQ formHow to get this →
05

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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