Does cell phone use increase the risk of brain tumors?

Review of 11 studies

Research Paper (postgraduate) , 2016 , 17 Pages , Grade: A

Medicine - Neoplasms, Oncology

This literature review investigated the possible association between the use of mobile phones and brain tumors. In brief, 11 publications were retrieved from JSTOR, PubMed, Google Scholar, and Summon in order to compare the association between the usage of mobile phones in patients with a brain tumor and those without. Papers published in English, and after 2001 were selected for. There was no limit on age, gender, geographical location and type of brain tumor.

In this study, we compared the observed patterns for brain tumor incidence trends in a variety of publications, particularly those of a meta-analysis or case control nature, in order to investigate the association between mobile phone use and the risk of brain tumor development.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• ABSTRACT
• INTRODUCTION
• METHODS
• RESULTS
• DISCUSSION
• CONCLUSION
• APPENDIX
• LITERATURE CITED

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This literature review aims to investigate the potential association between mobile phone usage and the development of brain tumors. It analyzes existing research to assess whether there is a causal link between radiofrequency radiation emitted from mobile phones and the risk of developing brain tumors.

• The impact of mobile phone usage on brain tumor risk.
• The role of radiofrequency radiation in tumor development.
• The limitations and methodological challenges in assessing the association.
• The need for further research to clarify the long-term effects of mobile phone usage.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The review examines various studies focusing on the relationship between mobile phone usage and brain tumor development. The authors analyze data from different databases, including JSTOR, PubMed, Google Scholar, and Summon, to gather evidence on the topic. The study design, methodology, and findings of each selected article are summarized, highlighting key factors such as tumor location, type of phone, and duration of usage.

The review also explores the different perspectives on the association between mobile phone usage and brain tumors, considering arguments both for and against a causal relationship. The authors discuss the limitations of existing research, including potential biases and challenges in accurately assessing the risk associated with mobile phone usage.

The review concludes that while some studies suggest a possible link between mobile phone usage and brain tumor development, the evidence remains inconclusive. The authors emphasize the need for further research to establish a definitive answer regarding the long-term effects of mobile phone usage on brain health.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The primary focus of this research lies on the potential link between mobile phone usage and the risk of developing brain tumors. Key terms include: radiofrequency radiation, brain tumors, mobile phone usage, tumor incidence, meta-analysis, case-control studies, risk assessment, methodological challenges, and inconclusive evidence.

• College: Saba University School of Medicine
• Grade: A
• Authors: Dr. Amir Hossein Mortazavi Entesab (Author), Naina Sawal (Author)
• Publication Year: 2016
• Pages: 17
• Catalog Number: V321604
• ISBN (eBook): 9783668222946
• ISBN (Book): 9783668222953
• Language: English
• Tags: Cellular phone, Cancer, Tumor, Brain, Mobile phone, Short term, Long term, Cross-sectional, Meta-analysis, Radiofrequencies, Glioma