The Modular Design for the Creation of Ceramic Products to Revitalize the Local Industry
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
Safaa Ibrahim Abd EL-Fattah Hanafy
Professor, Product design department, Design and Art College, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Professor, Product design department, Design and Art College, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Haya Abdul Rahman Al-Rashoud
Assistant Professor, Product design department, Design and Art College, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Assistant Professor, Product design department, Design and Art College, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Abstract
This research explores the integration of modular design principles to revitalize the ceramic industry in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing cultural, economic, and philosophical dimensions. Utilizing an interdisciplinary approach that intertwines design theory, cultural philosophy, and industry development, the study conducts a comprehensive analysis. Through extensive literature reviews and participant surveys, it measures user satisfaction and examines the influence of standard design, cultural significance, and philosophical considerations in the ceramic industry. Employing both descriptive and analytical research methods, this study assesses proposed designs through two questionnaires involving 35 participants and 20 specialists. Findings reveal consumer preferences for consistent colors and innovative designs, emphasizing regional relevance to Saudi Arabia. The research not only underscores the potential advantages of modular design but also provides valuable insights for designers, emphasizing the pivotal role of local ceramic industries in promoting cultural continuity and enhancing marketing strategies.
Keywords :
Ceramic Products, Cultural Philosophy, Innovation, Modular Design, Product Design, Regional Development.
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