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Mr J from BristolObesity is measured by body mass index (or BMI)
Weight loss surgery could be appropriate for people with a body mass index of over 40. Weight loss surgery could also be an option for those with a body mass index of over 35 if they have co-morbidity related to the obesity such as diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure etc.
In general, obesity surgery is not recommended for people under 18 or over 60 years.
Enter your weight and height below to calculate your BMI:
Or use the chart below to find out if you may with to consider weight loss surgery. Along the top of the chart, find the closest value to your height in metres. Down the left-hand side of the chart, find the closest value to your weight in kilograms. Then look on the chart to see where these two values cross - this is your Body Mass Index. For example, someone who is 1.65m tall and weighs 115 kilograms has a Body Mass Index of 42.


Have all your questions answered by Marcus Landauer, an expert consultant with over 12 years experience in plastic surgery.

Alternately you can contact me using our enquiry forms:
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Please complete as much information as possible - this will enable me to be better prepared to recommend the most suitable course of action when I contact you.


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