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I am a 68 yr old female considering bariactric surgery with bmi of 44.3. should my age be a concern in my decision? i have medicare.
8 doctors weighed in across 5 answers
Absolutely ...: ... and I'm sure your age is one of the factors influencing your treating doctors. This is a classic risk vs. benefit assessment: you and your doctors take into account all the risks including age, coexisting health problems, skill of surgeon, risks of operation, etc. and balance those again all you have to gain: improved health and happiness. Age is just one factor; 68 yrs doesn't seem too old:)
Answered 4/20/2015
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Depends: if you have no comorbidities like hypertension, diabetes or others then it should be acceptable if the risks are acceptable to you.
Answered 4/20/2015
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No: A number of studies have shown the bariatric surgery is safe for patients over age 60. Compared to younger patients the chance of post op complications was somewhat higher and the length of stay somewhat longer. But overall the elderly patients did as well or better than expected.
Answered 4/20/2015
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Weight loss surgery: age isn't a factor, but other medical problems are something to consider for surgery. what other medical issues do you have. you can perform a virtual consult to discuss further
Answered 4/20/2015
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Overweight: That is up to a bariatric surgeon to decide!
Answered 4/21/2015
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