Reaction of circulatory system to stress and electromagnetic fields emitted by mobile phones - 24-hour monitoring of ECG and blood pressure

Authors: Szyjkowska A, Gadzicka E, Szymczak W, Bortkiewicz A

Year: 2019 Jun 27

Category: Cardiovascular Research

Journal: Med Pr

DOI: 10.13075/mp.5893.0080

URL: http://medpr.imp.lodz.pl/REAKCJA-UKLADU-KRAZENIA-NA-STRES-I-POLE-ELEKTROMAGNETYCZNE-EMITOWANE-PRZEZ-TELEFONY,102360,0,2.html

Abstract

Overview

This study addresses the impact of electromagnetic fields (EMF) and stress on the cardiovascular system, specifically monitoring the effects through various methods including ECG and blood pressure analysis.

Background

  • Experimental studies have shown cardiovascular effects of electromagnetic fields (EMF) emitted by mobile phones, such as prolonged QTc interval and abnormal blood pressure values.
  • Stress is also a contributing factor affecting cardiovascular function, yet joint data on stress and EMF effects are limited.

Material and Methods

A total of 55 out of 208 surveyed workers participated in detailed health assessments including ECG and ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM), taking into account occupational and lifestyle stress levels as well as EMF exposure.

Findings

  • Workers using mobile phones for over 60 minutes daily showed significantly higher systolic blood pressure measurements.
  • Increased occupational stress correlated with higher blood pressure throughout the day.
  • Cardiovascular responses varied significantly with gender, with males showing more blood pressure abnormalities and females more ECG impairments.

Conclusion

These initial findings highlight the importance of further in-depth research towards understanding the combined impact of stress and EMF on cardiovascular health, especially considering gender differences.

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