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Evidence checklist

Hyperaldosteronism (Conn's Syndrome)

DC 791738 CFR § 4.119Endocrine

Evidence strength

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01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 2 collected
Endocrinology evaluation and treatment recordsCritical

Records documenting mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist therapy (spironolactone/eplerenone) or adrenalectomy and blood pressure control.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking hyperaldosteronism to service or toxic exposureCritical

Medical opinion connecting primary aldosteronism to military service or toxic chemical exposure.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Diagnostic tests and lab results

0 of 2 collected
Plasma aldosterone-to-renin ratio (ARR), confirmatory suppression testCritical

Screening and confirmatory laboratory results documenting autonomous aldosterone excess (elevated ARR, non-suppressible aldosterone).

Imaging or lab facility · records request
Adrenal CT and adrenal vein sampling resultsCritical

Imaging to identify adrenal adenoma and adrenal vein sampling to lateralize aldosterone production for surgical planning.

Imaging or lab facility · records request
03

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 →
04

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
Condition guideRating criteria and what VA looks forBuddy statement builderGuided VA Form 21-10210

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