Bariatric surgery in patients with first-degree obesity: is the surgical approach reasonable?

The widespread progression of obesity, the insufficient effectiveness and stability of conservative approaches in its treatment and the corresponding development of bariatric surgery drive the need to study the potential and safety of performing surgery in patients with first-degree obesity. The article analyzes the literature data of research results presenting the experience of bariatric surgery application in patients with a body mass index (BMI) equal to 30-34 kg/m2, comparing the outcomes of surgery and the use of conservative treatment options for obesity and evaluating the effectiveness and safety of various types of bariatric surgery in this group of patients. Due to controversy of the issue currently being discussed, the aim of the study was to assess the safety, effectiveness, and reasonability of bariatric interventions in patients with a relatively small excess weight based on available literature data.