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Intercostal Space Location Heart Base 2nd Apex 5th

The heart's base is positioned at the second intercostal space, while its apex is at the fifth intercostal space, nine centimeters to the left.

The heart's base is located at the 2nd intercostal space, and its apex is at the 5th intercostal space, 9cm to the left.

Front Location of Heart
Back Base: 2nd intercostal space

Apex: 5th intercostal space
9cm to the left

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