Pentax EG29-i10 - 3-5-3. High Power Laser Use and Image Effects

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11) When activating the laser at high power (about 100W for Yag Laser) and/or if the
endoscope tip comes to within 10mm of the irradiated tissue, are may appear at
the corners of the image as shown below in Figure 3.13.
(1)
(2)
(1) Flare
(2) Probe
Figure 3.9
WARNING:
Activation of the laser at high power settings may cause patient injury or
thermal damage of the endoscopes tip.
Do not use the laser at high power setting.