Who is a good candidate for this procedure?

Ideal candidates are adults with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, or a BMI of 35-39.9 with at least one obesity-related condition such as type 2 diabetes or hypertension. Contraindications include untreated severe gastroesophageal reflux disease, certain gastrointestinal disorders, and inability to commit to lifelong dietary changes and follow-up care. A thorough pre-operative evaluation is mandatory.