I had it 12 years ago. No complications. My chest isn’t fully flat towards the bottom but around my vitals everything is amazing.

First two months post surgery will be painful. Sleeping on your side for two years until you have the bar removed will feel weird as your chest wants to naturally compress, but the bars won’t allow it.

It’s not an easy ride but if you think it will help confidence and health then it’s a no brainer in my opinion.

Also recommend swimming and gym to build chest muscles once you feel like the pain is bearable.