Have a body mass index (BMI) of at least 40
And meet both of the following criteria:
- Have failed more conservative weight lose alternatives, such as supervised diet, exercise, and behavior modification programs
- Are at least 18 years of age
There are other things to consider, too. You need to think about your determination and ability to make some serious changes in the way you live your life. Bariatric surgery is a tool to help improve your health. As with any new tool, you must actively learn how to use it to get the best benefits.
Talk to your doctor to see if weight lose surgery is right for you.