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Risk manager reported that the surgeon activated the cautery device next to gauze sponges, prior to moving the cautery device by the patient, and noticed the corner of a gauze sponge caught fire.The surgeon dropped the sponge on the floor, poured water on the sponge and extinguished the fire.The incident occurred during a procedure; however the patient was not under anesthesia longer than expected and there was no report of any adverse patient consequence or effect on the patient's stability as a result of the incident.There was no serious injury, follow-up medical care or medical intervention required.Due to the reported incident and in an abundance of caution, this medwatch is being filed.
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