When were the NICE guidelines brought in for weight loss surgery?

When were the NICE guidelines brought in for weight loss surgery?

In November 2014 NICE released updated guidelines on the indications for bariatric surgery.

Which criterion qualifies a patient for bariatric surgery?

To be eligible for weight-loss surgery, you must meet the following requirements: Have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, or have a BMI between 35 and 40 and an obesity-related condition, such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure or severe sleep apnea.

What weight is classed as bariatric UK?

The term bariatric is used to describe morbidly obese patients (BMI > 40) and these patients may range in weight from 18 – 70 stone in weight.

What are the guidelines for gastric sleeve?

The minimum requirements to qualify for gastric sleeve surgery include:

• A body mass index (BMI) of 40 or more, OR.
• A BMI between 30 and 39.9 with a serious obesity-related health problem like diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, high cholesterol, joint problems, and many others.

What are the BMI ranges?

Adult Body Mass Index If your BMI is less than 18.5, it falls within the underweight range. If your BMI is 18.5 to <25, it falls within the healthy weight range. If your BMI is 25.0 to <30, it falls within the overweight range. If your BMI is 30.0 or higher, it falls within the obesity range.

What weight is too heavy for surgery?

Having a BMI of 30 or greater may prevent a surgeon from scheduling surgery. However, there is no hard and fast rule. If you fall into the “overweight” category, losing extra weight is always recommended, but may not be required by your healthcare provider.

What are the NICE guidelines for bariatric surgery?

NICE Guidelines for Bariatric Surgery. Bariatric surgery is a treatment option for people with obesity if all of the following criteria are fulfilled: They have a BMI of 40 kg/m2 or more, or between 35 kg/m2 and 40 kg/m2 and other significant diseases (for example type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure) that could be improved if they lost weight.

When to refer a child for bariatric surgery?

Surgical intervention is not generally recommended for children and young people. Bariatric surgery may be considered for young people only in exceptional circumstances and if they have reached or nearly reached physiological maturity. [NICE’s guideline on obesity: identification, assessment and management, recommendations 1.10.12 and 1.10.13]

How long do you have to stay with Nice after bariatric surgery?

NICE recommends a follow-up care package for people who have had surgery for a minimum of 2 years within the bariatric service. “Currently, the follow-up care for bariatric patients in the UK is fairly non-standardised,” said Dr Batterham.

What is the NICE guideline on weight management?

See also NICE’s guideline on weight management: lifestyle services for overweight or obese children and young people. [2006, amended 2014] 1.1.5 Aim to create a supportive environment that helps a child who is overweight or who has obesity, and their family, make lifestyle changes.