Who is the ideal candidate for the Lap-Band System?
- Must be 18 years or older
- At least be 60 lbs overweight, or severely obese
- A BMI of 40 or
- If BMI is 35-39.9, MUST be accompanied with at least one of the following obesity related co-morbidities:
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Diabetes type II
- Hypertension
- Sleep Apnea
- Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol)
