Question

A 48-year-old woman with obesity (BMI 36 kg/m²) and poorly controlled type 2 diabetes despite maximal oral therapy asks about bariatric surgery. According to NICE obesity guidance, which statement is most accurate regarding eligibility for bariatric surgery?

Accepted Answer

She may be eligible because she has a BMI over 35 kg/m² with a significant obesity-related comorbidity

Answer

Bariatric surgery is only considered if BMI is over 50 kg/m²

Answer

Bariatric surgery is contraindicated in people with diabetes

Answer

Eligibility depends only on patient preference

Answer

Bariatric surgery is restricted to those under 40 years old

Practice question

A 48-year-old woman with obesity (BMI 36 kg/m²) and poorly controlled type 2 diabetes despite maximal oral therapy asks about bariatric surgery. According to NICE obesity guidance, which statement is most accurate regarding eligibility for bariatric surgery?