Effect of Electromagnetic Radiation from Mobile Phones on Auditory Brainstem Response

Authors: Varshney S, Angral S, Aggarwal P et al.

Year: 2023

Category: Epidemiology

Journal: Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg

Institution: Tertiary Care Hospital

DOI: 10.1007/s12070-022-03384-8

URL: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12070-022-03384-8

Abstract

Overview

The study investigates the effects of electromagnetic radiation (EMF) from long-term mobile phone use on auditory brainstem responses (ABRs), an indicator of auditory pathway health, which generates electrical impulses in response to sound stimulus.

Findings

  • Participants: 865 individuals, aged 18 to 45, using mobiles for more than 2 years.
  • Method: Examination of changes in ABRs related to daily minutes of use, years of use, and total duration.
  • Results indicated no significant changes in ABRs between ears used more frequently for mobile phone calls and those used less, except when mobiles were used for more than 180 minutes per day or over many years.
  • Significantly prolonged interpeak latencies and increased latencies were found in subjects with heavier and longer-term mobile phone use.

Conclusion

While the study finds limited immediate effects of mobile phone use on the auditory brainstem, it suggests that long-duration and high-frequency users could experience auditory disturbances. Prudent, limited use of mobile phones is advised to minimize potential risks.

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