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Gonzo:
As you know your initial Gleason score was based on a sample. When the entire gland is examined post surgery the Gleason score is often different, and I suspect in most if not all cases more accurate. None of us will ever know whether or not had your treatment been provided at an earlier date whether your Gleason outcome would have been determined to be at a lower number.
The fact that the VA did not provide you treatment in a more timely manner is most regrettable. SHAME ON THE VA! Do your best to put "what might have been" to rest and focus on the here and now and on what the future holds.
Best wishes Don O.
