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Evidence checklist

Ovarian 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 ovarian cancer diagnosis, stage, and treatmentCritical

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

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

A medical opinion connecting your ovarian cancer to military service, such as toxic exposure (burn pits, Agent Orange, contaminated water), radiation, or PACT Act presumptives.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 1 collected
Documentation of all residual conditions from treatmentCritical

Records listing lasting side effects such as surgical menopause, adhesions, neuropathy from chemo, bowel problems, lymphedema, and fatigue.

VA or private records · written request
03

Diagnostic tests and lab results

0 of 2 collected
Surgical pathology report confirming diagnosisCritical

The pathology report from your surgery showing the type and grade of ovarian cancer, tumor markers (CA-125), and surgical staging.

Imaging or lab facility · records request
Follow-up imaging and tumor marker results

Recent imaging (CT, MRI, PET scan) and CA-125 blood test results 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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