Obesity, bariatric surgery: what are the real risks associated with Covid-19?
Résumé
Obesity is a recognized risk factor for the severe forms c Covid-19. Indeed, there is a high prevalence of obesity among patients hospitalized for severe forms of Covid-1! Obesity (BMI > 30 kg/m(2)) increases the risk of intubation fc mechanical ventilation and severe obesity (BMI > 40 kg/m. is associated with an increased risk of death from Covid-19. I addition, patients who have undergone bariatric surgery d not appear to be at a higher risk of severe forms of Covid-1!