Abstract
Traumatic abdominal wall hernia (TAWH) is a rare form of hernia occurring after blunt trauma to the abdomen. Traumatic Spigelian hernia is an uncommon subtype sporadically described in the literature. It is an anterior abdominal wall defect occurring along the Spigelian aponeurosis bounded laterally by the semilunar line and medially by the rectus abdominis muscle. Imaging with CTis the investigation of choice. The surgeon has a variety of treatment options ranging from the traditional midline laparotomy to laparoscopic repair with or without the use of mesh. Conservative treatmenthas also been advocated as a safe and feasible option in select cases. Described here is a case of traumatic Spigelian hernia following blunt abdominal trauma caused by a motorcycle handlebar in a 17-year-old male.
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