Effect of electromagnetic radiation on the liver structure and ultrastructure of in utero irradiated rats

Abstract

Overview

The study primarily focused on the impact of electromagnetic radiation (EMR) on the liver structure and ultrastructure of rats irradiated in utero.

Methodology

Pregnant rats were exposed to a pulsed microwave radiation with a frequency of 2.45 GHz and a power density of 2.8 mW/cm² for two hours daily during their pregnancy. Post-birth, the offspring were not exposed to EMR.

Findings

• Initial observations indicated that EMR did not cause significant changes in the liver's structure.
• Microscopic examination, however, revealed subtle alterations in the microvilli and endothelial cells in the liver, along with swelling and formation of vesicles.

Conclusion

While the changes to the liver structure were mild, the alterations noted underscore the necessity for further studies to explore EMR's effects and potential risks during pregnancy.