Cultura

CulturaLink: A Multi-Platform Web Forum Application for Global Cultural Exchange

VOLUME 23, 2026

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

VOLUME 6, 2023

Tecson, Christina Gabrielle, Gabrentina, Eijay, Galan, Mark Francis

Abstract

In an increasingly connected world through the web and the internet, the need for platforms that can promote global cultural awareness, and meaningful interaction has never been more essential. This study presents CulturaLink, a multi-platform progressive web forum application designed to foster cultural exchange and support personalized travel planning made by other users who are enthusiastic to share their experiences with others. The primary objective of this project is to address the absence of centralized digital spaces that promote inclusive dialogue, cross-cultural engagement, and accessible travel information. The system was developed using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Vue.js, Python, Django, and MongoDB by the Agile Software Development Life Cycle. A number of its main features include a global discussion forum, user achievement systems, a dynamic travel itinerary builder with budget tracking, and more. Functionality, interoperability, security, reliability, and user experience were evaluated by the researchers through the use of a Likert scale. This data was gathered from multiple respondents, ranging from end-users and industry experts. Through this system, findings were able to verify a strong agreement on the system’s usefulness, ease of use, and importance, which upholds its role in supporting meaningful cultural exchange. Overall, the limitations stated in the paper did not impinge on the effectiveness of the platform. The findings of this project support its potential as a feasible, user-driven tool for fostering global connections and promoting the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, ultimately promoting not just global cultural exchange but also education, equality, and peaceful institutions.

Keywords : Cultural Exchange; Culture; Inclusivity; Travel; Web Forum Application.
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