You may be a candidate for weight loss surgery if you fall into these categories:
Age between 18 and 65 years
BMI higher than 40
You are mentally ready to transform yourself
Your surgeon will test for problems that could make surgery more complicated. You may undergo tests for sleep apnea, cardiovascular disease or blood-clotting disorders, etc.
Your doctor will choose which type of bariatric procedure is best for you after the examination.