Possible Effects of RF EMF Exposure on Central Nervous System

PAPER manual 2018 Review Effect: unclear Evidence: Insufficient

Read original paper → DOI: 10.4062/biomolther.2018.152 Evidence Lab

Abstract

Possible Effects of RF EMF Exposure on Central Nervous System Kim JH, Lee JK, Kim HG, Kim KB, Kim HR. Possible effects of radiofrequency electromagnetic field exposure on central nerve system. Biomol Ther (Seoul). 2018 Nov 27. doi: 10.4062/biomolther.2018.152. Abstract Technological advances of mankind, through the development of electrical and communication technologies, have resulted in the exposure to artificial electromagnetic fields (EMF). Technological growth is expected to continue; as such, the amount of EMF exposure will continue to increase steadily. In particular, the use-time of smart phones, that have become a necessity for modern people, is steadily increasing. Social concerns and interest in the impact on the cranial nervous system are increased when considering the area where the mobile phone is used. However, before discussing possible effects of radiofrequency-electromagnetic field (RF-EMF) on the human body, several factors must be investigated about the influence of EMFs at the level of research using in vitro or animal models. Scientific studies on the mechanism of biological effects are also required. It has been found that RF-EMF can induce changes in central nervous system nerve cells, including neuronal cell apoptosis, changes in the function of the nerve myelin and ion channels; furthermore, RF-EMF act as a stress source in living creatures. The possible biological effects of RF-EMF exposure have not yet been proven, and there are insufficient data on biological hazards to provide a clear answer to possible health risks. Therefore, it is necessary to study the biological response to RF-EMF in consideration of the comprehensive exposure with regard to the use of various devices by individuals. In this review, we summarize the possible biological effects of RF-EMF exposure. Open access paper: biomolther.org

AI evidence extraction

At a glance

Study type

Review

Effect direction

unclear

Population

—

Sample size

—

Exposure

RF mobile phone

Evidence strength

Insufficient

Confidence: 74% · Peer-reviewed: yes

Main findings

This review summarizes reported possible biological effects of RF-EMF exposure on the central nervous system, including neuronal cell apoptosis and changes in myelin and ion channel function, and notes RF-EMF may act as a stress source in living organisms. The authors state that biological effects and hazards are not yet proven and that available data are insufficient to provide a clear answer regarding health risks.

Outcomes measured

central nervous system effects
neuronal cell apoptosis
myelin function changes
ion channel function changes
stress response

Limitations

Review notes that possible biological effects/hazards are not yet proven and that data are insufficient to provide clear answers about health risks.
Emphasizes need for further mechanistic studies and research using in vitro and animal models.

View raw extracted JSON

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