The typical candidate for bariatric surgery has a body mass index (BMI) over 35, which may be aggravated by one or more health issues such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol or triglycerides. You also must have been unsuccessful at more than one previous weight loss attempt through medically supervised diet and exercise, within the last two years.
Hi there, you are an excellent candidate for a Bariatric procedure, and I know there are a lot of them, like Gastric Bypass, Gastric Plication, or VSG (Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy). I suggest you have a consult with a certified Bariatric Surgeon, so we can recommend the surgery that best suits your needs, taking into consideration your age, your underlying medical conditions, and your goals. In your case, I would recommend considering a VSG (Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy) this surgery will help you to have better eating habits and a healthier lifestyle. At 233 Lbs. and 5'5 the BMI is 38.8 Kg/m2, this establishes a diagnosis of obesity class II, the sleeve gastrectomy has shown to be a very effective metabolic procedure in obesity remission and control of metabolic diseases, helping you to achieve a healthier lifestyle. I hope you can find the results you are looking for! - A.L
