What are the dangers of Bariatric surgery?

All surgery carries risks, bariatric surgery is no different. Your risks to post operative complications increase if you suffer from weight related problems such as Diabetes, hypertension, breathlessness etc

As part of your assessment the Bariatric Surgeon will consider the risks as they apply to you afetr taking into account your medical history and current state of health.

Your desicion to proceed with surgery will depend on the risks to benefir ratio and after taking the advice of the Specialists looking after you.