One of the indications for the management of bariatric surgery is a BMI ≥ 40
or a BMI ≥ 35 with at least one associated disease that may be improved
after surgery.
A normal BMI is between 18.5 and 25.
Calculation of BMI: m (kg) / h² (meter)

= body mass index
= weight (in kilograms)
= size (in meters)

Only a doctor can assess a patient’s eligibility for bariatric surgery and decide on the most favorable technique.
Before considering this surgery, the patient should have a complete workup for assess their current state of health and confirm that there are no contraindications medical (physical and psychological) to the intervention.

This information is given as an indication and must be transmitted by a doctor on the day of your treatment.

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