Surgery Selection Criteria
Am I a Candidate?
There are a number of widely accepted criteria which make a patient suitable for Bariatric or weight loss surgery:
- A major sustained weight problem
- BMI > 40 by itself or >35 if there is an associated obesity illness, such as diabetes or sleep apnoea
- Reasonable attempts at other weight loss techniques
- Age 18 +
- Obesity related health problems
- No major psychiatric or drug dependency problems
- A capacity to understand the risks and commitment associated with the surgery
- Pregnancy not anticipated in the first two years following surgery
There is considerable flexibility in these guidelines. Patients as young as 12 have been offered surgery.
Sometimes a lower BMI between 30-35 is accepted if comorbidities exist.
Take the Test
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You are a candidate, please contact us to book an appointment
You might be a candidate, please contact us to discuss your options
You are unlikely to be a candidate, please contact us to discuss your options
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Please Contact Melbourne Bariatrics on 03 9770 7189 for more information or to make an appointment