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It was reported that during a da vinci-assisted proctectomy procedure, the 30 degree endoscope plus was left on the patient with the light turned on, causing a 2cm diameter circular burn on the patient's thigh.The endoscope remained on the patient for approximately 15-20 minutes while not in use, causing the drape covering the patient to melt and inflicting a 1st to 2nd degree burn.The burn was noted without charring, bruising, or bleeding.The only medical treatment administered was the application of burn ointment.The procedure was completed successfully, and the patient did not experience any post-operative complications.
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