Method for promoting immune reconstruction and preventing tumors through moxibustion healing

Abstract

The invention discloses a method for promoting immune reconstruction and preventing tumors through moxibustion healing. The method mainly comprises the following steps: S1, preliminary physique evaluation and immune function evaluation; s2, making a personalized moxibustion therapy scheme; s3, a basic moxibustion therapy stage; s4, an immune activation stage; s5, a tumor susceptibility protection stage; s6, curative effect tracking and immunity re-evaluation; and S7, carrying out matched life guidance and psychotherapy healing. According to the method for promoting immune reconstruction and preventing tumors through moxibustion therapy, the activity of natural killer cells (NK) and T lymphocytes can be effectively improved; the immune function disorder, cold-dampness endogenesis and stasis toxin accumulation states of sub-health groups are improved; recurrent infection, chronic inflammation and tumor susceptibility probability are obviously reduced; the method is non-drug, personalized, suitable for long-term intervention and high in safety.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of non-drug therapies of traditional Chinese medicine, and more specifically to a method of moxibustion therapy to promote immune reconstruction and prevent tumors. Background Art

[0002] With environmental pollution, accelerated pace of life and increased mental stress, the incidence of malignant tumors has increased year by year. Modern medical research shows that the occurrence of tumors is closely related to low immune function.

[0003] As a traditional non-drug therapy, Chinese medicine moxibustion therapy has natural advantages in regulating human immune function, intervening in chronic diseases and sub-health conditions, but it still lacks systematic and standardized operating procedures and methods for deep integration with tumor immune prevention mechanisms.

[0004] Therefore, how to provide a moxibustion therapy method that promotes immune reconstruction and can be used for preventing tumors through a non-drug comprehensive intervention method is an urgent problem that technicians in this field need to solve. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of this, the present invention provides a method for promoting immune reconstruction and preventing tumors through moxibustion therapy.

[0006] To achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following technical solution, which mainly includes the following steps:

[0007] S1. Preliminary Constitution Assessment and Immune Function Evaluation: Conduct Traditional Chinese Medicine constitution identification and modern immune function index testing on the target population to obtain information on constitution type, immune function status, and tumor susceptibility risk;

[0008] S2. Develop a personalized moxibustion therapy plan: Based on the physical constitution type, immune function status, and tumor susceptibility risk information, develop a personalized moxibustion therapy plan including moxibustion acupoints, moxibustion frequency, and single moxibustion treatment time;

[0009] S3, basic moxibustion therapy stage: perform basic moxibustion therapy according to the personalized moxibustion therapy plan to improve physical condition and regulate the body's basic immune function;

[0010] S4, immune activation stage: After the basic moxibustion treatment stage, immune activation moxibustion treatment is performed to activate the body's immune cell activity and enhance the immune system's response ability;

[0011] S5, Tumor Susceptibility Protection Stage: After the immune activation stage, targeted tumor susceptibility protection moxibustion therapy is performed based on the tumor-susceptible sites or potential risks of the target population;

[0012] S6. Efficacy tracking and immune reassessment: During and after each moxibustion treatment phase, the efficacy of the target population will be tracked and the immune function will be reassessed;

[0013] S7. Supporting lifestyle guidance and psychological healing: During the entire moxibustion treatment process, provide the target population with supporting lifestyle guidance and psychological healing measures.

[0014] Preferably, the TCM constitution identification combined with immune assessment process in step S1 includes the following steps:

[0015] (1) Initial health record creation (filing): The purpose is to collect basic customer information and establish a personalized health record, including: name, gender, age, occupation, daily habits, dietary preferences, etc.; past medical history, family history (such as tumors, allergies, immune diseases); and physical discomfort in the past three months;

[0016] (2) TCM constitution identification questionnaire assessment: The nine constitution questionnaires in the national standard “Classification and Determination of TCM Constitution” are used to determine the constitution type, including balanced constitution (ideal constitution), qi deficiency constitution, yang deficiency constitution, yin deficiency constitution, phlegm-damp constitution, damp-heat constitution, blood stasis constitution, excessive temperament (allergic constitution), and special constitution (genetic abnormal constitution); the main constitution and sub-constitution are determined by hand-filled paper questionnaires / tablet questionnaires / AI online answering, and a score map + conditioning direction recommendations are provided;

[0017] (3) Symptom scale and tongue and pulse identification: The immune weakness symptom assessment scale (self-developed) is used to investigate the target population's five senses, including sleep, fatigue, mood, appetite, and defecation; tongue image photography + AI recognition (or manual tongue identification by a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner) is used to determine the immune fatigue index (e.g., 0 to 100 points) and make a preliminary judgment on the deficiency, excess, cold, and heat status;

[0018] (4) Modern Western medicine basic immune test (optional): The modern immune function index test includes the detection of natural killer cell (NK) activity, T lymphocyte activity, immunoglobulin IgA and IgG levels, with the purpose of establishing scientific index control and improving credibility;

[0019] (5) Constitution × immune risk model analysis: Based on the system algorithm model or manual interpretation: Phlegm dampness + Qi deficiency constitution → low immunity, susceptibility to infection; Yin deficiency + special constitution → high risk of allergies, immune imbalance; Blood stasis + damp heat → chronic inflammation, high risk of tumors; Output report: Immune function type classification; Recommended intervention focus areas.

[0020] Preferably, the formulation of the personalized moxibustion therapy plan in step S2 needs to be based on constitution + symptoms + immune typing; combination of moxibustion acupoints; frequency and cycle of moxibustion therapy; and combination with mood, diet, and daily routine suggestions.

[0021] Preferably, the moxibustion acupoints selected in the basic moxibustion stage in step S3 include one or more of Zhongwan, Shenque, Pishu, Shenshu, and Zusanli, which are used to strengthen the spleen and eliminate dampness, warm the kidney and strengthen the body, and regulate qi and blood; the frequency of moxibustion is 2-4 times a week, the time for a single moxibustion treatment is 15-25 minutes, and it lasts for 4-12 weeks.

[0022] Preferably, the moxibustion acupoints selected in the immune activation stage in step S4 include one or more of Dazhui, Zusanli, Xuehai, and Guanyuan, which are used to stimulate meridian qi and regulate immune cell differentiation and proliferation; the moxibustion frequency is 2-3 times a week, the single moxibustion time is 20-30 minutes, and it lasts for 4-8 weeks.

[0023] Preferably, in the tumor susceptibility protection stage in step S5, if the target population has a susceptibility risk for liver cancer, the selected moxibustion acupoints include one or more of Ganshu, Qimen, and Taichong; if there is a susceptibility risk for lung cancer, the selected moxibustion acupoints include one or more of Feishu, Tanzhong, and Chize; if there is a susceptibility risk for gastrointestinal cancer, the selected moxibustion acupoints include one or more of Weishu, Dachangshu, and Tianshu; the frequency of moxibustion is 1-2 times a week, and the single moxibustion time is 20-30 minutes, for continuous long-term intervention.

[0024] Preferably, the efficacy tracking and immune reassessment in step S6 include observing and recording the clinical symptoms and signs of the target population, detecting immune-related indicators such as natural killer cell (NK) activity, T lymphocyte activity, immunoglobulin levels, liver function indicators (such as ALT, AST), and adjusting the subsequent moxibustion therapy plan based on the evaluation results.

[0025] Preferably, during the moxibustion treatment, moxibustion is performed using moxa sticks, moxa cones or moxibustion through an object, and appropriate temperature and distance are maintained during the moxibustion treatment to avoid scalding the skin of the target population.

[0026] It can be seen from the above technical solutions that, compared with the existing technology, the method of moxibustion therapy to promote immune reconstruction and prevent tumors disclosed in the present invention can effectively enhance the activity of natural killer cells (NK) and T lymphocytes; improve the immune dysfunction, endogenous cold and dampness, and blood stasis accumulation in sub-healthy groups; significantly reduce the probability of recurrent infection, chronic inflammation, and tumor susceptibility; it is non-drug, personalized, suitable for long-term intervention, and highly safe. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on the provided drawings without paying any creative work.

[0028] Figure 1 The accompanying drawing is a schematic flow chart of the working principle of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0029] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0030] Please see the attached Figure 1 , a method disclosed in the present invention for moxibustion therapy to promote immune reconstruction and prevent tumors

[0031] The present invention mainly comprises the following steps:

[0032] S1. Preliminary Constitution Assessment and Immune Function Evaluation: Conduct Traditional Chinese Medicine constitution identification and modern immune function index testing on the target population to obtain information on constitution type, immune function status, and tumor susceptibility risk;

[0033] S2. Develop a personalized moxibustion therapy plan: Based on the physical constitution type, immune function status, and tumor susceptibility risk information, develop a personalized moxibustion therapy plan including moxibustion acupoints, moxibustion frequency, and single moxibustion treatment time;

[0034] S3, basic moxibustion therapy stage: perform basic moxibustion therapy according to the personalized moxibustion therapy plan to improve physical condition and regulate the body's basic immune function;

[0035] S4, immune activation stage: After the basic moxibustion treatment stage, immune activation moxibustion treatment is performed to activate the body's immune cell activity and enhance the immune system's response ability;

[0036] S5, Tumor Susceptibility Protection Stage: After the immune activation stage, targeted tumor susceptibility protection moxibustion therapy is performed based on the tumor-susceptible sites or potential risks of the target population;

[0037] S6. Efficacy tracking and immune reassessment: During and after each moxibustion treatment phase, the efficacy of the target population will be tracked and the immune function will be reassessed;

[0038] S7. Supporting lifestyle guidance and psychological healing: During the entire moxibustion treatment process, provide the target population with supporting lifestyle guidance and psychological healing measures.

[0039] In order to further optimize the above technical solution, the TCM constitution identification combined with immune assessment process includes the following steps:

[0040] (1) Initial health record creation (filing): The purpose is to collect basic customer information and establish a personalized health record. Specific content includes: name, gender, age, occupation, daily habits, dietary preferences, etc.; past medical history, family history (such as tumors, allergies, immune diseases); and physical discomfort in the past three months.

[0041] (2) Assessment of Traditional Chinese Medicine Constitution Identification Questionnaire: The nine constitution questionnaires in the national standard “Classification and Determination of Traditional Chinese Medicine Constitution” are used to determine the constitution type, including balanced constitution (ideal constitution), qi deficiency constitution, yang deficiency constitution, yin deficiency constitution, phlegm-damp constitution, damp-heat constitution, blood stasis constitution, excessive temperament (allergic constitution), and special constitution (genetic abnormal constitution); the main constitution and secondary constitution are determined by hand-filled paper questionnaires / tablet questionnaires / AI online answering, and a score map + conditioning direction recommendations are provided.

[0042] (3) Symptom scale and tongue and pulse identification: The immune weakness symptom assessment scale (self-developed) is used to investigate the target population's five senses, including sleep, fatigue, mood, appetite, and defecation; tongue image photography + AI recognition (or manual tongue identification by a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner) is used to determine the immune fatigue index (e.g., 0 to 100 points) and make a preliminary judgment on the deficiency or excess, cold, or heat status.

[0043] (4) Modern Western Medicine Basic Immunology Testing (optional): Modern immune function testing includes testing of natural killer (NK) cell activity, T lymphocyte activity, and immunoglobulin IgA and IgG levels. The purpose is to establish scientific indicator comparisons and improve credibility.

[0044] (5) Constitution × immune risk model analysis: Based on the system algorithm model or manual interpretation: Phlegm dampness + Qi deficiency constitution → low immunity, susceptibility to infection; Yin deficiency + special constitution → high risk of allergies, immune imbalance; Blood stasis + damp heat → chronic inflammation, high risk of tumors; Output report: Immune function type classification (suppressive type, disordered type, hyperactive type, etc.); Recommended intervention focus: soothing the liver, tonifying the spleen, regulating Qi and blood, etc.

[0045] The formulation of the personalized moxibustion therapy plan should be based on constitution + symptoms + immune typing; the combination of moxibustion acupoints (standardized module); the frequency and cycle of moxibustion therapy (basic period + intensive period + maintenance period); and combined with mood, diet, and daily routine recommendations.

[0046] In order to further optimize the above technical solution, specifically, 3-5 core acupoints are selected from the commonly used immune acupoints on the back (Spleen Shu, Kidney Shu, Liver Shu, Lung Shu) and abdomen (Zhongwan, Shenque, Guanyuan, Qimen) according to physical constitution and susceptibility risk.

[0047] In order to further optimize the above technical solution, the specific moxibustion parameters are as follows:

[0048] Frequency: 2-4 times a week during the basic phase, 2-3 times a week during the intensive phase, and 1-2 times a week during the maintenance phase;

[0049] Time: 20-30 minutes per session, with the moxa stick 2-3 cm away from the skin, until a local warmth sensation is felt without burning pain;

[0050] Treatment course: Basic phase 4-12 weeks, activation phase 4-8 weeks, protection phase long-term (more than 3 months).

[0051] Auxiliary measures: Lifestyle guidance based on physical constitution (such as controlling sugar and limiting salt for phlegm-damp constitution, and meditation to reduce stress for liver depression constitution) and psychological intervention (such as the five-tone therapy with acupoints: Liver Shu with Jiao music, Heart Shu with Zheng music).

[0052] In order to further optimize the above technical solution, the age, gender, past medical history, and family history of cancer of the target population are also considered in the process of formulating the personalized moxibustion therapy plan.

[0053] The moxibustion points selected in the basic moxibustion stage improve basic physical problems such as endogenous cold and dampness, accumulation of blood stasis and toxins, and repair immune disorders.

[0054] In order to further optimize the above technical solution, the key points of the operation in the basic moxibustion therapy stage are: using mild moxibustion or ginger moxibustion, focusing on regulating the spleen, stomach and kidney meridians.

[0055] Phlegm-damp constitution: Zhongwan (strengthening the spleen and stomach, eliminating dampness and turbidity) + Pishu (strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi) + Zusanli (regulating the acquired constitution), 3 times a week, 20 minutes each time, for 8 weeks;

[0056] Qi deficiency constitution: Shenque (warming and replenishing Yuan Yang) + Shenshu (tonifying the kidney and strengthening the foundation) + Qihai (key point for replenishing Qi), 4 times a week, 25 minutes each time, for 12 weeks.

[0057] Supporting measures: Dietary guidance (e.g. people with phlegm-damp constitution should avoid raw, cold and greasy food; Poria porridge is recommended; people with Qi deficiency constitution should eat more yam and lotus seeds), combined with 30 minutes of Ba Duan Jin every day (with the emphasis on "regulating the spleen and stomach requires lifting").

[0058] The moxibustion acupoints selected in the immune activation stage include one or more of Dazhui, Zusanli, Xuehai, and Guanyuan, which are used to stimulate meridian qi and regulate the differentiation and proliferation of immune cells; the moxibustion frequency is 2-3 times a week, the single moxibustion treatment time is 20-30 minutes, and it lasts for 4-8 weeks.

[0059] In the tumor susceptibility protection stage, if the target population has a susceptibility risk for liver cancer, the selected moxibustion points include one or more of Ganshu, Qimen, and Taichong; if there is a susceptibility risk for lung cancer, the selected moxibustion points include one or more of Feishu, Tanzhong, and Chize; if there is a susceptibility risk for gastrointestinal cancer, the selected moxibustion points include one or more of Weishu, Dachangshu, and Tianshu; the frequency of moxibustion is 1-2 times a week, and the single moxibustion treatment time is 20-30 minutes, for continuous long-term intervention.

[0060] The efficacy tracking and re-evaluation of the immune cycle: re-evaluation every 4 to 6 weeks; re-evaluation of the physical fitness questionnaire; symptom improvement score; immune laboratory indicators can be tracked and re-tested if conditions permit; visual feedback + readjustment of the plan.

[0061] In order to further optimize the above technical plan, it is specifically necessary to observe and record the clinical symptoms and signs of the target population, test immune-related indicators such as natural killer cell (NK) activity, T lymphocyte activity, immunoglobulin levels, liver function indicators (such as ALT, AST), and adjust the subsequent moxibustion treatment plan based on the evaluation results.

[0062] The supporting life guidance includes providing dietary recommendations for the target population, such as advising people with phlegm-damp constitution to eat less fatty and greasy foods, and advising people with liver depression constitution to eat more foods that soothe the liver and relieve depression; providing work and rest recommendations, such as ensuring adequate sleep and avoiding staying up late; and providing exercise recommendations, such as advising moderate aerobic exercise.

[0063] The psychological healing measures include providing emotional counseling to the target population to help them relieve stress, anxiety and other negative emotions; and using five-tone therapy to regulate the emotions and physical functions of the target population through music of specific frequencies.

[0064] In order to further optimize the above technical solution, during the moxibustion treatment, moxibustion is performed using moxa sticks, moxa cones or moxibustion through objects. During the moxibustion process, appropriate temperature and distance are maintained to avoid scalding the skin of the target population.

[0065] The method disclosed in the present invention, which promotes immune reconstruction and prevents tumors through moxibustion therapy, can effectively enhance the activity of natural killer (NK) cells and T lymphocytes; improve the immune dysfunction, endogenous cold and dampness, and blood stasis accumulation in sub-healthy groups; and significantly reduce the probability of recurrent infection, chronic inflammation, and tumor susceptibility; it is non-drug, personalized, suitable for long-term intervention, and highly safe.

[0066] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on the differences from other embodiments. Reference can be made to the common and similar parts between the various embodiments. For the devices disclosed in the embodiments, since they correspond to the methods disclosed in the embodiments, the description is relatively simple, and the relevant parts can be referred to the method description.

[0067] The above description of the disclosed embodiments is intended to enable one skilled in the art to implement or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to one skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments shown herein but is intended to conform to the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A method for promoting immune reconstruction and preventing tumors through moxibustion therapy, characterized in that: The following steps are involved: S1. Preliminary Constitution Assessment and Immune Function Evaluation: Conduct Traditional Chinese Medicine constitution identification and modern immune function index testing on the target population to obtain information on constitution type, immune function status, and tumor susceptibility risk; S2. Develop a personalized moxibustion therapy plan: Based on the physical constitution type, immune function status, and tumor susceptibility risk information, develop a personalized moxibustion therapy plan including moxibustion acupoints, moxibustion frequency, and single moxibustion treatment time; S3, basic moxibustion therapy stage: perform basic moxibustion therapy according to the personalized moxibustion therapy plan to improve physical condition and regulate the body's basic immune function; S4, immune activation stage: After the basic moxibustion treatment stage, immune activation moxibustion treatment is performed to activate the body's immune cell activity and enhance the immune system's response ability; S5, Tumor Susceptibility Protection Stage: After the immune activation stage, targeted tumor susceptibility protection moxibustion therapy is performed based on the tumor-susceptible sites or potential risks of the target population; S6. Efficacy tracking and immune reassessment: During and after each moxibustion treatment phase, the efficacy of the target population will be tracked and the immune function will be reassessed; S7. Supporting lifestyle guidance and psychological healing: During the entire moxibustion treatment process, provide the target population with supporting lifestyle guidance and psychological healing measures.

2. The method for promoting immune reconstruction and preventing tumors by moxibustion therapy according to claim 1, characterized in that: The TCM constitution identification combined with immune assessment process in step S1 includes the following steps: (1) Initial health record creation (filing): The purpose is to collect basic customer information and establish a personalized health record, including: name, gender, age, occupation, daily habits, dietary preferences, etc.; past medical history, family history (such as tumors, allergies, immune diseases); and physical discomfort in the past three months; (2) TCM constitution identification questionnaire assessment: The nine constitution questionnaires in the national standard “Classification and Determination of TCM Constitution” are used to determine the constitution type, including balanced constitution (ideal constitution), qi deficiency constitution, yang deficiency constitution, yin deficiency constitution, phlegm-damp constitution, damp-heat constitution, blood stasis constitution, excessive temperament (allergic constitution), and special constitution (genetic abnormal constitution); the main constitution and sub-constitution are determined by hand-filled paper questionnaires / tablet questionnaires / AI online answering, and a score map + conditioning direction recommendations are provided; (3) Symptom scale and tongue and pulse identification: The immune weakness symptom assessment scale (self-developed) is used to investigate the target population's five senses, including sleep, fatigue, mood, appetite, and defecation; tongue image photography + AI recognition (or manual tongue identification by a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner) is used to determine the immune fatigue index (e.g., 0 to 100 points) and make a preliminary judgment on the deficiency, excess, cold, and heat status; (4) Modern Western medicine basic immune test (optional): The modern immune function index test includes the detection of natural killer cell (NK) activity, T lymphocyte activity, immunoglobulin IgA and IgG levels; (5) Constitution × immune risk model analysis: Based on the system algorithm model or manual interpretation: Phlegm dampness + Qi deficiency constitution → low immunity, susceptibility to infection; Yin deficiency + special constitution → high risk of allergies, immune imbalance; Blood stasis + damp heat → chronic inflammation, high risk of tumors; Output report: Immune function type classification; Recommended intervention focus directions.

3. The method for promoting immune reconstruction and preventing tumors by moxibustion therapy according to claim 1, characterized in that: The formulation of the personalized moxibustion treatment plan in step S2 needs to be based on constitution + symptoms + immune typing; combination of moxibustion acupoints; frequency and cycle of moxibustion treatment; and combination with mood, diet, and daily routine suggestions.

4. The method for promoting immune reconstruction and preventing tumors by moxibustion therapy according to claim 1, characterized in that: The moxibustion acupoints selected in the basic moxibustion stage in step S3 include one or more of Zhongwan, Shenque, Pishu, Shenshu, and Zusanli, which are used to strengthen the spleen and eliminate dampness, warm the kidney and strengthen the body, and regulate qi and blood; the moxibustion frequency is 2-4 times a week, the single moxibustion time is 15-25 minutes, and it lasts for 4-12 weeks.

5. The method for promoting immune reconstruction and preventing tumors by moxibustion therapy according to claim 1, characterized in that: The moxibustion acupoints selected in the immune activation stage in step S4 include one or more of Dazhui, Zusanli, Xuehai, and Guanyuan, which are used to stimulate meridian qi and regulate immune cell differentiation and proliferation; the moxibustion frequency is 2-3 times a week, the single moxibustion treatment time is 20-30 minutes, and it lasts for 4-8 weeks.

6. The method of moxibustion therapy for promoting immune reconstruction and preventing tumors according to claim 1, characterized in that: In the tumor susceptibility protection stage in step S5, if the target population has a susceptibility risk to liver cancer, the selected moxibustion acupoints include one or more of Ganshu, Qimen, and Taichong; if there is a susceptibility risk to lung cancer, the selected moxibustion acupoints include one or more of Feishu, Tanzhong, and Chize; if there is a susceptibility risk to gastrointestinal cancer, the selected moxibustion acupoints include one or more of Weishu, Dachangshu, and Tianshu; the frequency of moxibustion treatment is 1-2 times a week, and the single moxibustion treatment time is 20-30 minutes, for continuous long-term intervention.

7. The method of moxibustion therapy for promoting immune reconstruction and preventing tumors according to claim 1, characterized in that: The efficacy tracking and immune reassessment in step S6 include observing and recording the clinical symptoms and signs of the target population, testing immune-related indicators such as natural killer cell (NK) activity, T lymphocyte activity, immunoglobulin levels, liver function indicators (such as ALT, AST), and adjusting the subsequent moxibustion treatment plan based on the evaluation results.

8. The method for promoting immune reconstruction and preventing tumors by moxibustion therapy according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: During the moxibustion treatment, moxibustion is performed using moxa sticks, moxa cones or moxibustion through objects. During the moxibustion treatment, appropriate temperature and distance are maintained to avoid scalding the skin of the target population.

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