Organized by the Bordeaux Colorectal Institute Academy, in collaboration with the leading French scientific societies, this meeting provides a unique platform for exchanges between experts, young surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams on the current challenges and advances in colorectal care.

At the Alpine Colorectal Meeting 2026, held in Saas-Fee, Switzerland, from February 1–3, 2026, international colorectal experts will gather to discuss the latest developments in colorectal cancer management. Professor Denost will deliver an innovative presentation entitled “Should We Keep the Middle Rectum in Our Treatment Algorithms?”, exploring the relevance of the middle rectum concept in contemporary rectal cancer treatment strategies.

At the European Colorectal Congress 2025, taking place in St. Gallen, Switzerland, from November 29 to December 3, leading European colorectal surgeons and specialists will gather to discuss the latest advances in colorectal disease management.

At the “Towards New Standards in Colorectal Cancer” Symposium, to be held in Bruges on November 27–28, 2025, leading international experts will gather to discuss the latest advances and emerging standards in colorectal cancer management.

Three clinical trials were highlighted by Prof. DENOST and Dr. NOIRET during the "Best Oral Presentations" session, including a clinical case and a video communication, on the following topics:

Discussions on the medical management of LARS (Low Anterior Resection Syndrome), a condition characterized by impaired bowel function that can occur after rectal surgery.

Invited to Doha, Qatar, to present the indications and expected benefits of the TTSS technique used in rectal cancer surgery.

BCI was invited to speak on the topic of shared decision-making.

Shared decision-making in rectal cancer care is essential to tailor treatment to each patient’s clinical situation, values, and preferences.
This approach is particularly important when multiple treatment options are available, such as surgery, radiotherapy, or organ preservation.