Weight Loss Surgery
Surgery for obesity has been carried out for over 50 years and numerous advances have been made during this time. In the past, surgery for weight loss has been associated with high risks of side effects and complications. Surgery is now considered a safe and reliable means of achieving and maintaining weight loss.
Surgical treatment of obesity is a major undertaking. It necessitates undergoing major surgery and requires a life long commitment to compliance with post-operative medical care. It is not a cosmetic procedure for those who are unhappy with their body image, but rather a medically proven treatment for an established health problem. Generally, surgery has proven benefits for those with a BMI >40, or those with a BMI over 35, and established obesity related health conditions. Patients should have seriously attempted to achieve and maintain weight loss using recognised programs before considering surgery.
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