Current level of obesity |
Obesity (BMI 30 to less than 40 kg/m2) Severe obesity (BMI 40 to less than 50 kg/m2) Very severe obesity (BMI greater than 50 kg/m2)
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Obesity-related conditions |
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Age of person needing surgery |
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Family history |
At least one parent or sibling is obese, has had weight issues since childhood No family history of obesity
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Chance of maintaining a substantial (at least half) reduction in excess weight |
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Has shown commitment by responding to prescribed lifestyle intervention (ie, physical activity and diet) |
Has maintained a healthy lifestyle plan for several months, resulting in some weight loss, however is still in need of surgery Has not maintained a healthy lifestyle plan and has had no weight loss
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Time already spent on surgery waiting list |
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