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Nerve damage - Is the medial pectoral nerve always damaged when implants are placed submuscular (dual plane)?

Fxvd54Feb 3, 2026

Is the medial pectoral nerve always damaged when implants are placed submuscular (dual plane)? If so, what are the long term consequences?

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