If the long thoracic nerve is damaged or bruised it can cause paralysis of the serratus anterior muscle and winging of the scapular or shoulder blade. Damage to the nerve can be caused by a ...

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A temporary long thoracic nerve dysfunction occurred in two patients, resolving in 4 months. Three patients had pulmonary-related problems (two atelectases and one pulmonary emboli).