Does cranial bone ossification differ in children with developmental dysplasia of the hip?

Objectives: This study aims to compare cranial bone ossification between patients with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) and healthy individuals.

Patients And Methods: Between September 2021 and April 2022, a total of 60 healthy female individuals (median age: 24.5 months; range, 18 to 36 months) and 56 female DDH patients (median age: 23 months; range, 18 to 35 months) were included.

Vitamin D Levels in Children During Winter and the Relationship Between Sunscreen and Sun Protection Behaviors.

Introduction: Sunlight is the major source of vitamin D, thus, the use of sunscreens could result in vitamin D insufficiency or deficiency.

Objectives: Our study aimed to assess serum vitamin D levels in healthy children aged 0-18 years in the winter season and determine the association between sunscreen use and sun protection behaviors on vitamin D status.

Methods: The demographic data, clothing style, skin type, history of sunburn, history of visiting seaside towns in summer, sun protection behaviors including sunscreen use, wearing sunglasses and hats, and further detailed information about sunscreen use were recorded.