Cultura

Investigating the Influence of Bamboo Flute Music as a Cultural Bridge in Chinese Education, and its Implications for Cross-Cultural Understanding

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

Meng Zhang, DFA
Doctor of Fine Arts Program in Musicology, International College, Krirk University, Bangkok,10220, Thailand.

Abstract

Purpose: This research aims to investigate the cultural impact of bamboo flute music within the Chinese educational context, focusing on its role as a cultural bridge. Through semi-structured interviews, the study explores the emotional resonance of bamboo flute music, its influence on cultural expressions, and its transformative potential within educational settings. The purpose is to unravel the nuanced relationships between bamboo flute music, cultural identities, and cross-cultural understanding. Method: Conducting a qualitative study, the research engages in thematic analysis of 15 semi-structured interviews with participants from China. The selection of participants ensures diverse perspectives and data saturation is achieved to capture the richness of experiences. The study employs a three-step thematic analysis approach to uncover patterns and insights related to the cultural impact of bamboo flute music. Findings: The findings reveal the multifaceted impact of bamboo flute music, highlighting its emotional depth, role in shaping cultural identities, and transformative potential within education. The study identifies varied perspectives and experiences, emphasizing the dynamic nature of bamboo flute music as a cultural bridge. Originality/Significance: This research contributes to the existing literature by specifically exploring bamboo flute music's cultural impact within the Chinese educational context. The originality lies in its in-depth examination of emotional and cultural dimensions, filling gaps in the literature. The significance of the study extends to cultural preservation, educational practices, and cross-cultural understanding, providing valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and cultural enthusiasts.

Keywords : Bamboo Flute Music, Cultural Impact, Cross-Cultural Understanding, Chinese Education, Thematic Analysis..
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