"Biological effects of non-ionizing electromagnetic fields: Two sides of a coin".

2018 · Mixed · Insufficient evidence

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Publicationmanual · 2018

Study typereview

Reported directionMixed

Evidence ratingInsufficient

Abstract

"Biological effects of non-ionizing electromagnetic fields: Two sides of a coin". Saliev T, Begimbetova D, Masoud AR, Matkarimov B. "Biological effects of non-ionizing electromagnetic fields: Two sides of a coin.". Prog Biophys Mol Biol. 2018 Jul 17. pii: S0079-6107(18)30100-7. doi: 10.1016/j.pbiomolbio.2018.07.009. Abstract Controversial, sensational and often contradictory scientific reports have triggered active debates over the biological effects of electromagnetic fields (EMFs) in literature and mass media the last few decades. This could lead to confusion and distraction, subsequently hampering the development of a univocal conclusion on the real hazards caused by EMFs on humans. For example, there are lots of publications indicating that EMF can induce apoptosis and DNA strand-breaks in cells. On the other hand, these effects could rather be beneficial, in that they could be effectively harnessed for treatment of various disorders, including cancer. This review discusses and analyzes the results of various in vitro, in vivo and epidemiological studies on the effects of non-ionizing EMFs on cells and organs, including the consequences of exposure to the low and high frequencies EM spectrum. Emphasis is laid on the analysis of recent data on the role of EMF in the induction of oxidative stress and DNA damage. Additionally, the impact of EMF on the reproductive system has been discussed, as well as the relationship between EM radiation and blood cancer. Apart from adverse effects, the therapeutic potential of EMFs for clinical use in different pathologies is also highlighted. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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Study typereview

Effect directionmixed

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Evidence strengthInsufficientConfidence: 74% · Peer reviewed: yes

Main findings

This review discusses and analyzes findings from in vitro, in vivo, and epidemiological studies on non-ionizing EMF effects across low and high frequencies. It highlights reported associations with oxidative stress and DNA damage, discusses reproductive system impacts and relationships with blood cancer, and also notes potential therapeutic uses of EMFs in clinical contexts.

Outcomes measured

apoptosis
DNA strand breaks
oxidative stress
DNA damage
reproductive system effects
blood cancer
therapeutic/clinical effects in various pathologies (including cancer)

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DOI: 10.1016/j.pbiomolbio.2018.07.009
PubMed: Not supplied

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