Research on the Intercultural Philosophical Interaction between French Post-Structuralism and Chinese Taoist Thought
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
Ximing Luo
School of Liberal Arts of Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu, China
School of Liberal Arts of Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu, China
Abstract
This research examines the intercultural philosophical exchange between French post-structuralism and Chinese Taoist thought. The key findings reveal both similarities and differences between these two philosophies. Notably, their shared emphasis on the interconnectedness of knowledge, identity, and reality offers a framework for nuanced analyses of contemporary global issues. Both philosophies challenge fixed structures and meanings, advocating for holistic ethical frameworks essential for addressing pressing socio-political challenges. Through three case studies, the research demonstrates that while both Taoism and post-structuralism can individually address significant global issues, their integration can yield greater synergies. This combined approach is particularly valuable in tackling the challenges posed by oppressive globalisation, identity politics, and environmental crises.
Keywords :
French Post-Structuralism; Chinese Taoism; Intercultural Philosophy; Philosophic Synergies; Cross-Cultural Philosophies.
Erin Saricilar
Lecture in accounting. University of Basrah, College of Administration and Economics, Department of Accounting.
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