Non-Selective vs Selective Catheterization

Question:

What is the difference between non-selective and selective catheterization?

Answer:

Non-selective catheterization is when the catheter remains in the accessed vessel site (puncture site) and is not navigated further into other vessels. Selective catheterization is when the catheter is manipulated out of the access vessel, or out of the aorta, to additional vessels.

*This response is based on the best information available as of 2/27/25.