Cultura

Decoding the Xiangxi Miao Paper-Cutting Art: Revealing the Narrative Philosophy of a Cultural Gem

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

Jingyi Wang
School of Housing, Building and Planning, Universiti Sains Malaysia.
Safial Aqbar Zakaria
School of Housing, Building and Planning, Universiti Sains Malaysia.

Abstract

The paper-cutting art of the Miao people in Xiangxi is a desirable expression of intangible cultural heritage, and its appearance has witnessed the life, wisdom, and philosophy culture of the Miao people. Its rich patterns and vibrant colors not only highlight the amazing creativity and unique aesthetic concept of the Miao people but are also a significant medium for narrating Miao folklore and transmitting cultural consciousness. Based on a narrate perspective and a comprehensive investigation of Miao folk culture, this paper discusses the intricate narrative elements encompassed in the Miao paper-cut art in western Hunan, entailed the artistic symbols, theme narration, and paper-cut techniques used in the art, and expresses their practical functions in conveying information, expressing emotions and telling stories. Through a comprehensive analysis of these narrative codes, this study finally reveals the philosophical thinking behind the Miao paper-cutting art in Xiangxi, emphasizing the religious beliefs and cultural values deeply rooted in Miao tradition and the role of intangible heritage preservation.

Keywords : Miao Paper Cutting Art; Intangible Cultural Heritage; Philosophical Culture; Folklore; Narrative Codes.
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