Exploring chest wall deformities in childhood and adolescence: insights from a case-control study.

Background: Chest wall deformities, though relatively uncommon in childhood and adolescence, significantly affect aesthetic perception and can impact cardiac and respiratory function. This study aims to compare individuals with pectus deformities to a healthy control group, shedding light on the condition's etiology and prognosis.

Method: Conducted as a case-control study between 2020 and 2022, the research included a case group of 71 patients with pectus excavatum or pectus carinatum who were followed up at the Pediatric Cardiology outpatient clinic.

Driving under the influence: An analysis of second-time offenders and intervention success, Turkey sample.

Objectives: Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol is a major public health issue that results in significant mortality, morbidity, and economic costs. Despite various penalties and interventions, DUI remains prevalent. This study examines the demographic characteristics, educational status, and involvement in motor vehicle accidents of second-time DUI offenders, aiming to identify factors influencing the success of educational interventions.