Lumbar hernia is an uncommon flank hernia and a rare complication of blunt trauma. We present a case of acute lumbar hernia as a direct result of blunt trauma. Traditionally, exploratory laparotomy with open repair is indicated, but we report a case of a traumatic lumbar hernia explored and repaired laparoscopically.

Thoracic surgery patients who have blocks performed with liposomal bupivacaine require fewer analgesics postoperatively. This may decrease complications related to poor pain control and decrease side effects related to narcotic use in our patient population.

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