Which one of the following criterion would allow a patient to become a candidate for weight-loss surgery?

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A BMI higher than 40 is a standard criteria to qualify for weight-loss surgery. This criteria may be lowered to a BMI higher than 35 if the patient has obesity-related health conditions such as diabetes or hypertension. A medical condition such as seizures or a heart attack may not necessarily qualify a patient for weight-loss surgery, as this surgery is primarily used for patients with severe obesity. A BMI higher than 30 may not be enough to qualify for weight-loss surgery, and drug therapy alone may not be a sufficient treatment for severe obesity.

Which One of the Following Criterion Would Allow a Patient