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Old 02-20-2012, 05:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Bronwyn2 View Post
Does anyone know the pro and cons of just having the scalenectomy done? I am scheduled for surgery on March 3rd and the Dr plans on doing the scalenectomy and removing another muscle in my brachial plexus. The Dr said he has equivalent results without removing the rib and I'm just wondering about other people's experiences.
Interesting that you ask that question. I was just reading online the other day that instead of having the rib resection and scalenectomy, just removing the scalene is another method.

I'm set to have the rib resection and scalenectomy done next week, however, I would be curious to know what you find, as I am a candidate for my right side surgery as well.

Take care.
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