DENT 3005: Introduction to Pharmacology1
Introduction to toxicology
Dr Thuy Linh Truong thuy.truong@uwa.edu.au
DENT3005: Assessment Breakdown2
| Assessment # | Assessment Task | Weight % | Assessment Period/ date | Module assessed | Waiver |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SAQ | 50% | 30/09/25 9AM – 11AM | General Medicine and Pharmacology: all lectures content | No |
| 2 | MCQ | 50% | Main Campus: Semester 2 examination period | General Medicine and Pharmacology: all lectures content | No |
2023 DENT3005 SEMESTER 2 TIMETABLE - Final3
| Week | Date | Day | Start | Finish | Activ. | Venue | Unit C | Unit Title | Module | Topic | Lecturer | Module Coordinator | Unit Co-ordinator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 27 | 2-Jul-25 | Wednesday | 9:00 | 12:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | General Medicine | Medical history and extraoral exam, Cardiology; Respiratory medicine | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 27 | 2-Jul-25 | Wednesday | 13:00 | 15:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | General Medicine | Gastrointestinal tract; Renal Medicine, Liver Disease | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 28 | 9-Jul-25 | Wednesday | 13:00 | 16:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Introduction to pharmacodynamics & pharmacokinetics | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 29 | 16-Jul-25 | Wednesday | 13:00 | 16:00 | L | QE2P: [G16] Mary Lockett LT | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Introduction to Toxicology, Ethics and Legalities, Infectious Disease in the Dental Setting | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 30 | 22-Jul-25 | Tuesday | 10:00 | 14:00 | L | 211 VLC | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | General Medicine | Neurology, Haematology | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 30 | 23-Jul-25 | Wednesday | 13:00 | 14:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Cardiovascular Drugs | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 30 | 23-Jul-25 | Wednesday | 14:00 | 15:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Respiratory Drugs | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 30 | 23-Jul-25 | Wednesday | 15:00 | 16:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Gastrointestinal Drugs | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 30 | 23-Jul-25 | Wednesday | 16:00 | 17:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Renal Drugs | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 32 | 6-Aug-25 | Wednesday | 13:00 | 15:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Hormones Drugs, Dermatological Drugs | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 32 | 6-Aug-25 | Wednesday | 15:00 | 16:00 | P | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Practical 1 - Medical history | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 32 | 6-Aug-25 | Wednesday | 16:00 | 17:00 | P | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Practical 2 - Drug history | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 32 | 8-Aug-25 | Friday | 13:00 | 17:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | General Medicine | Infectious diseases | A/Prof Omar Kujan | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 33 | 11-Aug-25 | Monday | 13:00 | 15:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | General Medicine | Endocrinology I & II | Dr Janina Christoforou | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 33 | 13-Aug-25 | Wednesday | 13:00 | 16:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Endocrine Drugs (I, II, III) | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 34 | 20-Aug-25 | Wednesday | 13:00 | 16:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Neurological & Psychotropic Medications | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 36 | 3-Sep-25 | Wednesday | 13:00 | 14:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Anaesthesia in the dental setting | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 36 | 3-Sep-25 | Wednesday | 14:00 | 15:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Pain Control | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 36 | 3-Sep-25 | Wednesday | 15:00 | 16:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Complementary Medicines, Special Populations | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 37 | 8-Sep-25 | Monday | 15:00 | 17:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | General Medicine | Rheumatology, Immunology | Dr Janina Christoforou | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 37 | 9-Sep-25 | Tuesday | 8:00 | 9:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | |||||
| Week 37 | 10-Sep-25 | Wednesday | 9:00 | 12:00 | P | 211 VLC | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | General Medicine/Pharmacology | Emergency Medicine and practical | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 37 | 10-Sep-25 | Wednesday | 13:00 | 15:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Immunomodulators, Antiinflammatories | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 37 | 10-Sep-25 | Wednesday | 15:00 | 16:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Haematology Drugs | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 37 | 10-Sep-25 | Wednesday | 16:00 | 17:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | |||||
| Week 38 | 17-Sep-25 | Wednesday | 13:00 | 14:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Antiinfective Drugs | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 38 | 17-Sep-25 | Wednesday | 14:00 | 16:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | Pharmacology | Antiinfective II, Vaccines | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 39 | 24-Sep-25 | Wednesday | 13:00 | 14:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | General Medicine | Oncology | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 39 | 24-Sep-25 | Wednesday | 14:00 | 16:00 | L | G15 KKG Sutherland | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | General Medicine | Oral Oncology (Head and Neck) | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Linh Truong |
| Week 40 | 30-Sep-25 | Tuesday | 8:00 | 12:00 | A | HACKH: [G09] Fay Gale Studio | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology | In-semester assessment - SAQ | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Magdalen Foo | Dr Linh Truong | |
| Week 41 | 10-Oct-25 | Friday | 16:00 | 18:00 | A | 206 CSSL | DENT3005 | General Medicine and Pharmacology |
Acknowledgement of country4
The University of Western Australia acknowledges that its campus is situated on Noongar land, and that Noongar people remain the spiritual and cultural custodians of their land, and continue to practise their values, languages, beliefs and knowledge.
Artist: Dr Richard Barry Walley OAM
Learning Outcomes5
Learning objectives
- Define toxicology and its role in dental and healthcare settings
- Identify key types of toxicological agents and exposure routes in dentistry
- Understand the basic principles of toxicokinetic and dose-response relationships
- Recognize clinical symptoms and emergency management of toxicity
- Describe toxicological concerns related to dental materials and medications
- Apply safety, ethical, and regulatory considerations in dental toxicology practice
Introduction to Toxicology6
What is toxicology
- Study of adverse effects from harmful agents (chemical, physical, biological)
- Integrates disciplines such as pharmacology, medicine, biology
- Helps assess risks and impacts on health and the environment
- Crucial for selecting safe dental materials and drugs
- Informs protocols for patient management and emergency response
Why is toxicology important for dentists?
- Exposure to chemicals, medications, and materials in dentistry
- Preventing and managing adverse reactions
- Understanding the risks of dental materials and local anaesthetics
- Occupational health risks for dental practitioners
Types of toxicology7
- Environmental toxicology: impact of pollutants, chemicals in the environment
- Clinical toxicology: diagnosis and management of poisoning in patients
- Forensic toxicology: role in legal investigations
- Occupational toxicology: toxins in the workplace
Toxicological Agents and Classifications in Dentistry8
Sources of toxicants
- Medications, food additives, pollutants
- Household/workplace chemicals
- Natural toxins (plants, microbes)
- Dental materials (fluoride, amalgam, composites)
Types of toxicants
- Local: act at contact site (e.g., mucosa)
- Systemic: act after absorption
- Direct-acting: inherently reactive
- Bioactivation-dependent: require metabolic conversion (e.g., CYP450)
Common dental toxicants
- Local anaesthetics (CNS/cardiovascular toxicity)
- Dental materials (mercury spills)
- Medications (overdose, ADRs)
Key factors influencing toxicity9
- Dose: the total quantity of exposure
- Route: how the substance enters the body (oral, dermal, etc.)
- Duration: how long exposure lasts (acute vs. chronic)
- Frequency: how often the exposure occurs
- Latency: time before symptoms appear
- Chemical interactions: may enhance or reduce toxicity
Toxicokinetics10
Toxicokinetic Vs toxicodynamic
- Remember pharmacokinetic Vs pharmacodynamic?
- Complementary concepts within toxicokinetic, under pharmacology
Toxicokinetic
- Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion
Toxicodynamic
- Biological effects of toxins
Dose-Response and Toxic Thresholds11
- “The dose makes the poison” – all substances are toxic at high enough levels
- Dose: total amount of substance exposed to the individual
- Dosage: adjusts dose based on body weight (mg/kg)
- Toxic dose: minimum amount that causes harm
- Threshold dose: the lowest dose at which effects begin to appear
- NOAEL
- No-Observed-Adverse-Effect Level
- Useful in evaluating safe exposure
Biological variability & response12
- Populations show a range of responses to a toxicant
- Most people respond similarly; some are highly sensitive or resistant
- Dose-response curves often follow a bell-shaped pattern
- Variability influenced by genetics, age, health status
- Important for risk prediction and personalized care
Dose fractionation13
- Dividing a large dose into smaller parts reduces toxicity
- Reduces peak concentration and allows metabolism/elimination
- Common in chemotherapy and pain management
- Paracetamol dosing is a clinical example
- Helps prevent overdose and adverse effects
Deviations from typical dose-response14
- Some individuals exhibit atypical or extreme responses
- Idiosyncratic responses due to genetic traits (e.g., G6PD deficiency)
- Hypersensitivity reactions involve immune responses (e.g., allergies)
- May occur at low doses or after previous exposure
- Important for identifying and managing rare drug reactions
Toxicant exposure routes & dental relevance15
- Major routes of exposure: ingestion, inhalation, skin contact, injection
- Route influence: affects speed and severity of toxic effect
- Dental relevance
- Accidental ingestion of materials
- Skin exposure to chemicals
- Risk mitigation: use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Emergency response: knowledge of exposure routes guide actions
Duration & frequency of exposure16
Dental relevance
- Acute exposure during procedures (e.g. chemical spills, vapours)
- Chronic low-level exposure to mercury, disinfectants, and other agents
Occupational health implications
- Emphasizes need for chemical hygiene and ventilation
- Use of PPE and proper handling procedures to reduce long-term risk
Key takeaway
- duration and frequency matter – monitor both to ensure staff and patient safety
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Organ specific toxicity17
- Target organs: kidneys, liver, nervous system
- Influencing factors: enzyme presence, transport mechanisms, tissue susceptibility
- Toxicant accumulation: poor detoxification can lead to damage
- Examples of toxicants
- Lead: neurotoxicity
- Aminoglycosides: renal toxicity
- Importance: predict systemic effects of dental drugs
- Clinical implications
- Identifying target organs helps in selecting safer alternatives
- Informs medical history and drug choice
- Monitoring essential for high-risk drugs
Chemically induced liver injury18
- Liver is a primary site for drug metabolism and detoxification
- High exposure due to blood from GI tract
- Contains enzymes that may activate or detoxify chemicals
- Accumulation of toxic metabolites leads to liver injury
- Key contributor to drug failure in clinical trials
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Clinical application in dentistry
Clinical symptoms of toxicity in dental patients
- Acute toxicity: immediate symptoms, e.g., nausea, dizziness
- Chronic toxicity: long-term effects, e.g., organ damage
- Allergic reactions: skin rashes, swelling, difficulty breathing
Management of toxicity in dental practice
- Emergency protocols: immediate actions during poisoning
- Antidotes and treatment options
- Prevention and risk management strategies
Specific toxicological concerns in dental materials
- Amalgam fillings: mercury toxicity and public concerns
- Eugenol and other chemicals: risks of exposure
Case Examples21
Local anaesthetics
- Commonly used anaesthetics (lignocaine, articaine, etc.)
- Symptoms of overdose (e.g. seizures, arrhythmias)
- Risk factors and management in case of toxicity
- E.g. lignocaine toxicity
- Overdose or inappropriate administration
- Symptoms: CNS depression, seizures, hypotension
- Prevention
- Correct LA technique
- Appropriate dose for appropriate patient
- E.g. lignocaine toxicity
Paracetamol overdose22
- Safe at recommended doses
- Dangerous in overdose
- Overdose leads to liver necrosis and failure
- Symptoms: nausea, liver tenderness, increased liver enzymes
- N-acetylcysteine replenishes glutathione for detoxification
- Early treatment prevents long-term damage
Mercury poisoning23
- Background: exposure risk, sources of mercury in dentistry
- Symptoms: tremors, memory problems, irritability
- Prevention
- Appropriate material handling
- Staff training
- Management
- Mercury spill kit
Comparison of Dental Developmental Defects24
| Feature | Tetracycline Teeth Staining | Dental Fluorosis | Molar Incisor Hypomineralization (MIH) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cause | Systemic administration of tetracycline antibiotics during tooth development (especially 2nd trimester to 7 years of age) | Excessive fluoride intake during enamel formation (typically <8 years old) | Disruption in enamel mineralization due to systemic factors (e.g., childhood illness, medications, hypoxia) |
| Affected Teeth | All developing teeth at the time of exposure (can be generalized) | Symmetrical involvement of most or all teeth | Permanent first molars and incisors; asymmetrical presentation |
| Timing of Developmental Disruption | In utero to early childhood (depending on tetracycline exposure) | Enamel formation period in early childhood | Typically around birth to age 3 |
| Key Clinical Appearance | - Intrinsic discoloration (yellow, brown, or grey) - Horizontal banding if exposure was time-limited | - White opaque spots to brown stains - Pitting in severe cases - Symmetrical | - Demarcated opacities (white, yellow, or brown) - Post-eruptive enamel breakdown - Rapid caries |
| Tooth Surface Texture | Smooth enamel surface, but color is intrinsic | May be smooth or rough; can have pitted areas in severe forms | Chalky, porous enamel; often rough or broken down |
| Severity | Varies with dosage and timing of tetracycline | Depends on dose and duration of fluoride exposure | Varies by severity of hypomineralization and post-eruptive breakdown |
| Management | - Mild: Bleaching, microabrasion - Moderate: Composite veneers - Severe: Crowns or ceramic veneers | - Mild: No treatment or microabrasion - Moderate-severe: Composite restorations, veneers | - Remineralization strategies - Sealants - Composite or stainless-steel crowns for molars - Close monitoring and preventive care |
| Prevention | Avoid tetracycline use in pregnant women and young children | Monitor fluoride intake in young children | Minimize systemic insults during early childhood (not always preventable) |
Adverse drug reaction (ADR)2526
- Occur at normal therapeutic doses
- Include side effects, allergic reactions, and toxicities
- Major cause of hospital admissions and patient harm
- Not the same as expected side effects – accurate identification is critical
- Managed under pharmacovigilance
- Monitors, reports, and prevents ADRs
- Supports drug safety and regulatory action
- Clinical responsibility: early recognition and reporting improve patient outcomes
TOXICITY MTC = (Minimum Toxic Conc.)
THERAPEUTIC WINDOW
MEC = (Minimum Effective Conc.)
Toxicity = an unwanted drug effect that occurs at “supratherapeutic” doses
ADR = an unwanted drug effect that occurs at normal “therapeutic” doses
“Supra” (Latin) = above, beyond
- Y-axis: Drug concentration in blood
- X-axis: Time
- Arrow on X-axis: drug dosing
Types of Adverse Drug Reactions27
Type A adverse drug reactions (ADR)
- Predictable: based on the drug’s known pharmacological action
- Dose-dependent: severity increases with higher doses
- Common: can occur in virtually any patient
- Recognizable: often easily identified by prescribers
- Preventable: managed by dose adjustment or switching drugs
- Identified early: usually detected during premarketing trials
- Example: insulin-induced hypoglycaemia – monitor diabetic patients during dental procedures
Type B adverse drug reaction28
- Less common: account for ~10–15% of ADRs
- Unrelated site: occur at locations distant from drug’s intended action
- Unpredictable: often in genetically or immunologically susceptible individuals
- Types: idiosyncratic vs allergic
- Delayed recognition: often identified post-marketing
- Example: HLA-related hypersensitivity reactions
- Clinical importance: serious and require prompt reporting and investigation
Drug hypersensitivity29
- Immune response: caused by hypersensitivity to drugs
- Variable severity: ranges from mild rashes to life-threatening anaphylaxis
- Commonly affected systems: skin, respiratory, GI tract, blood vessels
- Mechanism: drugs act as haptens, bind to proteins become antigenic
- Risk factors
- Immune system activation
- Dose and duration of exposure
- Genetic predisposition (e.g., HLA alleles)
- Gender differences
- Prior exposure: typically required, but ‘first dose’ reactions can occur
- May be due to non-medical environmental exposures (e.g., penicillin in food)
- Clinical importance: early recognition and response are critical in dental settings
Classification of drug allergies30
- Immediate reactions: IgE-mediated (e.g., anaphylaxis)
- Delayed reactions: T-cell-mediated (e.g., rash)
- Timing of reaction informs diagnosis and management
- Prior exposure usually required but not always
- Classification helps prevent future occurrences
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A petri dish containing various white tablets and blue and white capsules.
Safety, Regulations, and Practice31
Medication safety & dental material regulations
- Medication-related harm in Australia
- ~250,000 hospital admissions/year
- $1.4 billion AUD in healthcare costs
- ~50% of incidents are preventable
- Clinical priorities
- Cautious prescribing and clear communication
- Regular medication reviews
- Regulation of dental materials
- Governed by AS/NZS Standards
- Overseen by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA)
- Emphasis on safe handling and disposal of toxic substances
Environmental & drug toxicity in dentistry32
- Environmental toxicity
- Pollution sources: waste disposal, chemical runoff
- Emphasis on green dentistry: sustainable materials and eco-friendly practices
- Goal: Reduce environmental footprint of dental clinics
- Dental drug toxicity
- Commonly used drugs: sedatives, analgesics, antibiotics
- Risks: side effects, toxicities, interactions, contraindications
- Importance of safe prescribing and patient-specific considerations
Safety practices for dental professionals33
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Use gloves, masks, and eye protection consistently
- Prevents cross-contamination and occupational exposure
- Safe handling of chemicals & materials
- Follow manufacturer guidelines
- Ensure proper storage, ventilation, and disposal
- Minimize exposure to hazardous substances
- Safe injection & needle practices
- Use single-use needles
- Avoid recapping; dispose in puncture-proof containers
- Reduces risk of needle-stick injuries and infection transmission
- Overall importance
- Protects both dental professionals and patients
- Reinforces professionalism and quality of care
Special population34
Paediatric toxicology in dentistry
- Special considerations for children: age-related factors in toxicity
- Dosing and Safety: safe prescribing and administration
- Managing paediatric emergencies
Geriatric toxicology in dentistry
- Elderly population and drug metabolism: age-related changes in toxicology
- Polypharmacy: risks of drug interactions in older patients
- Managing geriatric patients safely
Other considerations
- Renal function, liver function, pregnancy etc.
The role of dental practitioners35
- Recognizing toxicity symptoms
- Identify early signs of adverse reactions or material exposure
- Act promptly to prevent complications
- Patient education
- Explain risks of dental materials and prescribed drugs
- Instruct on safe use, storage, and what to do in case of a reaction
- Referral and emergency response
- Know when to contact poison control centres or refer to specialists
- Ensure timely and appropriate care beyond the dental setting
Legal & ethical considerations36
- Informed consent
- Clearly explain treatment risks, materials, and medications
- Ensure patient understanding and voluntary agreement
- Record keeping
- Document all toxicological exposures and patient responses
- Maintain accurate records for legal and clinical accountability
- Patient rights & legal responsibilities
- Respect patient autonomy and right to safe care
- Comply with legal standards and regulatory guidelines
- Be prepared to manage or refer cases involving toxicity
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References
- Ritter JM, Flower RJ, Henderson G, Loke YK, MacEwan D, Robinson E, editors. Rang & Dale’s pharmacology. 10th ed. Edinburgh: Elsevier; 2023
- Becker DE, Reed KL. Pharmacology and Therapeutics for Dentistry. 7th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier; 2017.
- Bullock S, Manias E. Fundamentals of pharmacology. 8th ed. Frenchs Forest, NSW: Pearson Australia; 2017
- Stringer JL. Basic concepts in pharmacology. 6th ed. New York (US): McGraw Hill Medical; 2022 Feb 18
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