Rusch Foley algae is sterilized and for single use. Sterilization is guaranteed if the packaging is intact and undamaged. The product is indicated for routine transurethral drainage or post-operative transurethral drainage and bladder irrigation under medical supervision. 
Indications for storage
- Store in a clean, cool, dry place away from light.
 
Precautions
- Do not use oil-based lubricants. 
 
# Contraindications
- Allergy to latex.
 
- Insurmountable urethral passages.
 
- Excessive urethral stenosis, false route. 
 
Possible complications
- In case of balloons impossible to empty, cut and stem the algalle in the bifurcation or drill the balloon according to the established procedures. 
 
- If the balloon ruptures, all fragments must be removed from the bladder. 
 
- Urinary tract infections associated with the algalia, urgency and tenesmus, irritation of the urethral mucosa and blockage of the algalia due to scaling are documented complications.
 
- An incorrectly positioned algae can cause urethral damage if the balloon is emptied into the urethra.