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A 55 year old male with a recent history of left renal cell carcinoma underwent laparoscopic partial nephrectomy. During the work up, a 3 cm pelvic mass was also found. A robotic assisted excision of the pelvic mass was performed. The rectum was mobilized by entering the presacral plane between the mesorectum and the presacral fascia. The dissection was carried down distally to the level of the pelvic floor until a cystic mass was noted. The mass was carefully dissected out using monopolar and bipolar cautery until the mass was excised in its entirety. Final pathology revealed a benign neurofibroma. This video emphasizes the technique, feasibility and safety of this procedure.