I know two people who had surgical intervention. It was a way out that they could put money into and make the problem go away. Both are fucking miserable and it ruined their lives. But no one tells those stories.
If you're in line for bariatric surgery and your doctor doesn't inform you of the risks and possible adverse outcomes then she hasn't received informed consent from you yet.
Care to elaborate ?
Why did it ruin their lives ?
Across two people: Hair loss, hernias and one obstructed bowel.