Two scientific studies conducted at the Center were recognized at the 47th Annual Meeting of the French Society of Senology and Breast Pathology (SFSPM), held in Rennes from November 11 to 13, 2026. These awards honor the research presented by Drs. Casilda Albert and Laura Poirier, both former residents in the gynecologic surgery department at the Baclesse Center.
Gaining a Better Understanding of the Circumstances Surrounding a Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Dr. Casilda Albert, who currently practices at Brest University Hospital, received the People’s Choice Award for her presentation titled “The Impact of Social Relationships on the Circumstances Surrounding a Breast Cancer Diagnosis.” Conducted with Dr. Lawrence Nadin and Prof. Roman Rouzier, this study draws on data from 7,316 women in the national CANTO cohort. It explores the influence of social relationships, social support, and isolation on the circumstances surrounding a breast cancer diagnosis.
In particular, the findings highlight the importance of clinical and socioeconomic factors and call for further research to better understand the role of social relationships in access to screening.
View the scientific abstract on the SFSPM website
Toward More Personalized Breast Reconstruction
Dr. Laura Poirier, who now practices at the Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital in Paris, received the Special “Coup de cœur” Award for her presentation titled “Development and Internal Validation of a Predictive Model for Aesthetic Outcomes Following Immediate Breast Reconstruction with Implants: A Personalized Risk Assessment.”
This study, conducted at the Baclesse Center, examined 262 cases of immediate breast reconstruction using implants. It led to the development of a model designed to estimate, for each patient, the risk of requiring additional cosmetic surgery following reconstruction.
The goal is to help ensure that patients are better informed before their surgery and to facilitate more personalized decision-making. This model, whose effectiveness still needs to be further evaluated, offers an interesting approach to supporting women throughout their breast reconstruction journey.
View the scientific abstract on the SFSPM website
Recognition for Research and Education at the Baclesse Center
These two awards highlight the Baclesse Center’s research efforts and its commitment to training young physicians.
They also highlight the importance of collaborative efforts—bringing together doctors, researchers, and healthcare professionals—to advance knowledge and improve patient care.
The Baclesse Center extends its warmest congratulations to Drs. Casilda Albert and Laura Poirier, as well as to all the professionals who contributed to this work.
