Exposure to non-ionizing radiation has become inevitable because people cannot escape sources of electromagnetic fields, such as Wi-Fi or cell phones. Among the mechanisms mentioned, the energy emitted by this non-ionizing radiation could cause heating which would have harmful effects on semen quality. The objective of our study was to carry out a systematic review of the literature concerning the impact of exposure to non-ionizing radiation from mobile phones (or other sources) on sperm parameters. We selected 12 studies: the majority of in vivo studies in humans and in vitro studies in animals report a significant impact on sperm count, mobility and vitality. Mobility and vitality seem to be the parameters most regularly impacted by exposure to non-ionizing radiation. Additional studies are necessary to complete this study in order to deepen knowledge with new generations of mobile phones which can raise health concerns.
Keywords: Electromagnetic radiation; Microwave rays and infrared rays then male fertility; Mobile phone; Non-ionizing radiation; Paramètres du sperme et spermatozoïdes; Rayonnement électromagnétique; Rayonnements non ionisants; Rayons micro-ondes et infra-rouge puis fertilité masculine; Semen parameters.
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