Having been a prisoner of war

Osteoarthritis - Having been a prisoner of war Factor

Prisoners of war are identified on the client data base.

The veteran's statement of service will also record the fact that he was a prisoner of war.

The Repatriation Commission has defined a prisoner of war as a veteran who has been confined in a camp, building, prison or other restrictive area as a prisoner of the enemy, even if the confinement was for only a few hours.

Last reviewed for CCPS 10 June 2012.

Clinical onset and operational service [8625]

30034 there is some evidence that having been a prisoner of war may be a factor in the development of the condition under consideration.

292       the veteran was a prisoner of war at some time.

25485 the veteran was a prisoner of war before the clinical onset of the condition under consideration.