Cultura

Philosophical Foundations of Confucianism in Contemporary China: Bridging Tradition and Modernity

VOLUME 21, 2024

The Role of Targeted Infra-popliteal Endovascular Angioplasty to Treat Diabetic Foot Ulcers Using the Angiosome Model: A Systematic Review

VOLUME 6, 2023

Kale Qu
College of Marxism, Chaohu University, Hefei, 238024, China
Fang Yang
College of Marxism, Chaohu University, Hefei, 238024, China
Xiao Chang
College of Marxism, Wuxi University, Wuxi, 214105, China
Hutai Han
College of Marxism, Chaohu University, Hefei, 238024, China

Abstract

Confucianism, one of the oldest and most influential philosophical systems in East Asia, has long been integral to the cultural, social, and political fabric of Chinese civilization. In contemporary China, marked by rapid economic growth, technological innovation, and a complex interaction with globalized values, Confucianism is experiencing a revival. This resurgence is not merely a nostalgic return to traditional values but represents a dynamic adaptation process to modern challenges. To explores the philosophical foundations of Confucianism and its evolving role in contemporary China, focusing on how traditional Confucian principles are being reinterpreted to bridge the gap between heritage and modernity. Examining a possible connection among Confucianism and the philosophical idea of a global society of shared future from the viewpoints of its historical origin, context, and content is the main goal of the research. The resurgence of Confucian thought in education, governance, and ethical discourse highlights its adaptability to current societal challenges, such as moral decline, environmental crises, and rapid technological advancements. By analyzing key Confucian tenets like ren (benevolence), li (ritual propriety), and yi (righteousness), this investigation examines their relevance in fostering social harmony, sustainable development, and ethical leadership in modern China. It also investigates how Confucianism aligns with global philosophical trends and dialogues while preserving its unique cultural identity. The findings underscore the potential of Confucianism as an intellectual framework to guide China's pursuit of modernization without severing its historical and cultural roots, offering a model for integrating tradition with progress in a globalized world. The research concludes by emphasizing the potential of Confucianism as a framework to guide China’s modernization while preserving its ethical and cultural identity.

Keywords : Confucianism, Contemporary China, Tradition, Modernity, Philosophical Trends.
Erin Saricilar
Lecture in accounting. University of Basrah, College of Administration and Economics, Department of Accounting.

Abstract

Atherosclerotic disease significantly impacts patients with type 2 diabetes, who often present with recalcitrant peripheral ulcers. The angiosome model of the foot presents an opportunity to perform direct angiosome-targeted endovascular interventions to maximise both wound healing and limb salvage. A systematic review was performed, with 17 studies included in the final review. Below-the-knee endovascular interventions present significant technical challenges, with technical success depending on the length of lesion being treated and the number of angiosomes that require treatment. Wound healing was significantly improved with direct angiosome-targeted angioplasty, as was limb salvage, with a significant increase in survival without major amputation. Indirect angioplasty, where the intervention is applied to collateral vessels to the angiosomes, yielded similar results to direct angiosome-targeted angioplasty. Applying the angiosome model of the foot in direct angiosome-targeted angioplasty improves outcomes for patients with recalcitrant diabetic foot ulcers in terms of primary wound healing, mean time for complete wound healing and major amputation-free survival.
Keywords : Diabetic foot ulcer, angiosome, angioplasty