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2017;4 24.

Biological effects and mechanisms of shortwave radiation: a review.

Chao Yu, Rui-Yun Peng
Author Information
  1. Chao Yu: Beijing Institute of Radiation Medicine, Beijing, 100850 China.
  2. Rui-Yun Peng: Beijing Institute of Radiation Medicine, Beijing, 100850 China.
PMID: 28729909 DOI: 10.1186/s40779-017-0133-6

Abstract

With the increasing knowledge of shortwave radiation, it is widely used in wireless communications, radar observations, industrial manufacturing, and medical treatments. Despite of the benefits from shortwave, these wide applications expose humans to the risk of shortwave electromagnetic radiation, which is alleged to cause potential damage to biological systems. This review focused on the exposure to shortwave electromagnetic radiation, considering in vitro, in vivo and epidemiological results that have provided insight into the biological effects and mechanisms of shortwave. Additionally, some protective measures and suggestions are discussed here in the hope of obtaining more benefits from shortwave with fewer health risks.

Keywords

Biological effects Electromagnetic radiation Shortwave

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MeSH Term

Cardiovascular System
Endocrine System
Genitalia
Humans
Neoplasms
Occupational Exposure
Radiation Exposure
Radio Waves
Radiofrequency Therapy
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