Laparoscopic Repair of a Traumatic Lumbar Hernia: A Case Report

Abstract

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.

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