Interesting Study? What does everyone think about this?

In treating morbid obesity does it have a place? Or is it a short term approach that isn't worth the high risks?  For those that reduce weight after surgery, are they now 'healthier' or are they just 'skinnier'?

Health risks and financial costs associated with obesity are well documented so putting your personal opinions aside, should bariatric surgery be considered for the mildly obese, morbidly obese, neither or both?

Weight-Loss Surgery Cost-Effective For All Obese - Bariatric surgery is not only cost-effective for treating people who are severely obese, but also for those who are mildly obese, according to a new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. The findings support making bariatric surgery available to all obese people, the researchers say... [Medical News]