BMI over 60

Could I get some input from members who have (or had) a BMI over 60 at the time of surgery? Mine is 63 and I am so afraid that I will die on the table. I will be meeting with the doctor soon. I was waylaid by other tests I had to have completed beforehand. Thanks for your help.

Hi You might want to check out the BMI over 50 forum. It's a fairly active forum - nice folks. I bet you get some good answers there. Best of luck to you! My BMI was 58 - I had zero complications and lost 230 pounds to goal in 20 months. (((HUGS))), Toots http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/bmi_over_50/

Thanks so much-I will check it out. Take care! Jennifer

Hi Jennifer - I am also from Rutland, well Florence actually. I had surgery last June. My BMI was 45 I believe, I don't know about 65 but I will tell you that you may die by not having the surgery verses dieing while having it. Just a thought. If I can answer any questions for you I will. I had LAP RNY in Boston. Good Luck! Melissa