Pericardiocentesis is done in wich intercoastal space-: (A) Left 5th intercostals space, (B) Left 7th intercostals space, (C) Right 5th intercostals space, (D) Right 6th intercostals space
Answer is A. Pericardiocentesis (pericardial aspiration) : Aspiration of pericardial effusion is indicated for diagnostic purpose or for treatment of cardiac tanponade. A needle is inseed under echocardiographic guidance medial to the cardiac apex (Lt 5th ics ) or below the xiphoid process, directed upwards towards the left shoulder. Ref: Medicine , Davidson&;s , 22nd edition, Pg No: 640