Indications for Obesity Surgery
Surgery is an option for patients 100 pounds overweight, or whose body mass index (BMI) is 40 or above, due to the greatly increased risk of health problems associated with severe obesity.
Patients less than 100 pounds overweight, or whose BMI is 35-40, may be candidates if they have associated medical problems related to their obesity.
Examples of Co-morbidities: Obesity Related Health Problems
- High Blood Pressure Diabetes
Sleep Apnea
High Lipids
High Cholesterol
High Triglycerides
Joint or Back Problems
Increased Risk of Cancer
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
Respiratory Failure
Infertility
Enlarged Liver (abnormal liver tests)
Psychosocial Dysfunction
Venous Insuffiency
Heart Failure
Blood Clots
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