Abstract

Overview

The purpose of this study was to investigate the prevalence of mobile phone ownership and usage among young patients with brain tumors in Japan. This study focuses on a specific patient demographic diagnosed between 2006 and 2010, aged 6 to 18 years.

Findings

• The study categorized 82 participants into two groups: 16 were mobile phone owners one year prior to their diagnosis, and 66 were non-owners.
• Comparative data from general-population surveys were used to calculate expected mobile phone ownership rates.
• The age-adjusted standardized ownership ratios found were 0.83 (95% CI: 0.56-1.22), 0.51 (95% CI: 0.24-1.04), and 0.75 (95% CI: 0.42-1.32).

Conclusion

While mobile phone ownership among young brain tumor patients in Japan aligns with general population estimates, the increasing use of mobile phones necessitates ongoing research into potential health consequences, particularly in children. Given the limitations noted, such as the small sample size and non-inclusion of other RF exposure sources, further studies are warranted.