Who is a candidate for a Gastric Bypass?
You should keep in mind that Gastric Bypass is major surgery. It is for people who are more than 100lbs overweight or those who have a higher Body Mass Index (BMI) greater than 40. It is not for someone who wants to lose those extra unwanted pounds. Patients who have other obesity related problems such as Type II diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease or sleep apnea may also be considered candidates for the procedure.
