Effect of Exposure to Mobile Phones on Electrical Cardiac Measurements: Multivariate Analysis & Variable Selection Algorithm to Detect Relationship With Mean Changes

Abstract

Overview

The study investigates the effects of mobile phone use on various electrical cardiac measurements, in light of increasing concerns about the health risks associated with electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure from these devices.

Background

With the surge in mobile phone usage, the potential health implications of electromagnetic fields, especially in relation to cardiovascular system disturbances like altered blood pressure and BMI impacts, have garnered significant attention.

Purpose

This research enhances analytical methods to examine changes in cardiac parameters such as P-R, QRS, QT, ST, and heart rate (HR) due to mobile phone exposure, also considering influencing factors like blood pressure and BMI.

Method

A detailed multivariate analysis was performed on data from 20 healthy male subjects subjected to mobile phone EMF while having electrical cardiac measurements recorded in various body positions.

Findings

• Notable differences in ECG intervals and heart rate variability pre- and post-mobile phone exposure.
• Changes in systolic blood pressure were correlated with significant variations in cardiac parameters, whereas BMI showed no notable impact.

Conclusion

The study concludes that EMF exposure from mobile phones can lead to significant modifications in cardiac electrical measurements independent of factors like BMI. These findings support the need for precautions among regular mobile phone users to mitigate potential health risks.