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Bariatric surgery requires a considerable physical, mental, and financial commitment. Before making the decision to have weight loss surgery, a prospective patient should make sure that the surgery is worth the risks and potential sacrifices. Factors Affecting Weight Loss Surgery Results Bariatric surgery results can be affected by the: Patient's age - Although older patients can still lose weight, a person's metabolism can slow down as he or she ages. Patient's pre-surgery weight - Typically, heavier patients are able to lose more weight. Patient's overall health - Healthier patients tend to lose weight more efficiently than patients with additional health concerns. Weight loss surgery chosen - In most cases, gastric bypass patients lose weight faster than LAP-BAND® patients. Ability of the patient to exercise - If health problems or other extenuating circumstances hinder the patient's exercise program, it will be more difficult to lose weight. Self motivation and comm