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Event overview
Overview
Carrefour Pathologie 2026 will take place at CNIT Forest, Paris La Défense, from November 18 to 20. This event, organized by the Société Française de Pathologie, serves as a significant platform for the pathology community, offering a diverse and high-level scientific program.
Attendees will engage in discussions on various topics, including advancements in pathology and the integration of artificial intelligence in diagnostics. Carrefour Pathologie takes place in Paris, FR.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Carrefour Pathologie 2026 will be held from November 18 to 20 at CNIT Forest, Paris La Défense.
- 2Scale and Focus: This conference is a key event for the pathology community, featuring high-level scientific discussions.
- 3Organiser: The event is organized by the Société Française de Pathologie (SFP).
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include pathologists and medical professionals from various specialties.
- 5Entry: Registration is now open for participants.
Why visit
Carrefour Pathologie is the annual French-language gathering of the anatomic and cytologic pathology (ACP) community, so the people in the halls are the ones who actually sign out diagnostic reports: pathologists from university hospitals (CHU), general hospitals and private laboratories, residents in the DES d'anatomie et cytologie pathologiques, and the histology, immunohistochemistry and molecular staff who run the techniques behind every diagnosis.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at Carrefour Pathologie allows companies to showcase their latest innovations and connect with key decision-makers in the pathology sector. It is an excellent opportunity to increase visibility and engage with potential clients. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Medical device manufacturers, Laboratory equipment suppliers, Diagnostic service providers. Position your offer across diagnostic equipment and technologies, laboratory supplies and reagents,.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Anatomopathologists (pathologists) from CHU, general hospitals and private French laboratories
Residents and interns in anatomie et cytologie pathologiques preparing for or completing the DES
Heads of pathology departments and laboratory managers evaluating equipment, reagents and workflow changes
Histotechnologists and laboratory technicians running sampling, microtomy, staining and IHC benches
Molecular pathology and IHC specialists tracking biomarkers, FISH, NGS and companion diagnostics
Cytology and screening staff working on cervical and non-gynaecological cytology programmes
Quality and accreditation officers responsible for ISO 15189 compliance and internal QC
Digital pathology and telepathology leads assessing scanners, image management and LIS integration
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Histology and sample-preparation suppliers: processors, embedders, microtomes, cryostats, water baths and slide stainers
IHC, ISH and FISH reagent and antibody producers, plus automated immunostaining platform vendors
Molecular diagnostics companies offering NGS panels, PCR assays and companion diagnostic testing for solid tumours and haematopathology
Digital pathology vendors: whole-slide scanners, image management software, AI-assisted quantification and telepathology platforms
Laboratory information system (LIS/AP) and report-structuring software providers aimed at French ACP departments
Consumables, cryo-embedding media, slides, cassettes and quality-control material suppliers
Laboratory accreditation, quality-assurance and external QC scheme providers
Scientific publishers, pathology societies and training bodies presenting reference books, atlases and e-learning
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Tissue processing, embedding and microtomy equipment including cryostats for frozen sections
Automated IHC/ISH staining platforms, antibodies, detection kits and buffers
FISH probes, molecular pathology reagents and NGS panels for solid tumours and haematopathology
Whole-slide scanners, digital pathology software, image analysis and telepathology systems
Cytology preparation systems, liquid-based cytology and screening support tools
Laboratory information systems, report templates and structured synoptic reporting for ACP
Consumables: cassettes, slides, blades, embedding media, fixatives and staining reagents
Quality control material, external quality assessment schemes and ISO 15189 accreditation support
Reference literature, atlases, classification guides and pathology training resources
Location & Facilities
Venue
CNIT Forest
2 Pl. de la Défense, 92092 Puteaux, France
Facilities
Parking
CNIT Forest in Paris typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: CNIT Forest in Paris typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at CNIT Forest for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Paris, FR
Why it matters
On 2026-11-18 to 2026-11-20, Carrefour Pathologie in Paris covering Diagnostic equipment and technologies, Laboratory supplies and reagents, Medical imaging solutions, Pathology software a gives medical buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · EUR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Main long-haul gateway for Paris and the airport used by the captured flight searches. RER B runs direct into the city; official fixed-fare taxis are roughly EUR 56-65 depending on drop-off bank
About 25 km from central Paris
to venue
45-60 min by road; about 30-40 min by RER B to Gare du Nord
by car
Second Paris gateway, mainly domestic and European traffic. Connected by Orlyval to RER B and by tram T7; official fixed-fare taxis are roughly EUR 36-44 depending on drop-off bank
About 14 km from central Paris
to venue
30-45 min by road; Orlyval plus RER B or tram T7 into the city
by car
Paris Beauvais
Used by some low-cost carriers. The official coach to Porte Maillot is the usual transfer; allow extra time and book the coach in advance for late arrivals
About 85 km north of Paris
to venue
1 hr 15 min to 1 hr 30 min by road or official coach to Porte Maillot
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
St Christopher's Paris - Gare du Nord
budget
Gare du Nord, Paris 18th arrondissementUSD 95–122 / night
Best transport value of the captured set: Gare du Nord gives direct RER B to CDG and metro lines across Paris. Approximate night band, confirm rate and cancellation terms.
Breakfast (chargeable), free Wi-Fi, parking, bar, restaurant, accessible, smoke-free property
Hôtel de France 18
budget
Paris 18th arrondissementUSD 95–122 / night
No-frills base for a short congress stay; check room size and recent reviews before booking a multi-night stay. Approximate band.
Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, airport shuttle; described in capture as a 1-star tourist hotel
Generator Paris
budget
Paris 18th arrondissementUSD 95–122 / night
Larger budget property; paid parking is useful if you drive in with equipment. Approximate night band, confirm before travel.
Breakfast (chargeable), free Wi-Fi, parking (chargeable), air conditioning
Glint Paris
midscale
Paris 18th arrondissementUSD 150–190 / night
Midscale choice with a business centre, convenient if you combine congress days with lab meetings. Approximate band.
Breakfast (chargeable), free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, pet-friendly, parking, bar, accessible, business center
Hôtel Hor Europe
upscale
Paris 18th arrondissementUSD 150–202 / night
Highest-rated hotel in the captured set, with restaurant and fitness centre. Approximate band; rates rise quickly in mid-November, so book early.
Breakfast, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, pet-friendly, fitness center, restaurant, airport shuttle, accessible; described in capture as a 4-star tourist hotel
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
rail
Estimated costEUR 10-22 airport or regional rail single journey
Best forCharles de Gaulle (CDG) to Gare du Nord via RER B
Direct RER B service, about 30-40 minutes to Gare du Nord, then metro onward to the congress venue. Buy the airport ticket at the station rather than assuming a standard metro fare applies.
rail
Estimated costEUR 2-5 single metro journey (contactless)
Best forOrly (ORY) to central Paris via Orlyval and RER B, or tram T7
Orlyval links the terminals to Antony on RER B; tram T7 is a slower but cheaper alternative toward Villejuif. Allow 40-55 minutes into central Paris.
bus
Estimated costApprox. EUR 17 single (estimate; book online for the scheduled departure matching your flight)
Best forParis Beauvais (BVA) to CNIT Forest
Beauvais is about 85 km north of Paris and has no rail link to the city; the official coach to Porte Maillot is the standard transfer, then metro onward.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. EUR 56-65 fixed fare depending on right-bank or left-bank drop-off (estimate; confirm posted tariff at the rank)
Best forCharles de Gaulle (CDG) to CNIT Forest
Use the official taxi rank rather than unlicensed drivers. Journey time 45-60 minutes in normal traffic and longer in the morning peak; confirm the venue address with the driver.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. EUR 36-44 fixed fare depending on right-bank or left-bank drop-off (estimate; confirm posted tariff)
Best forParis Orly (ORY) to CNIT Forest
Shorter run than CDG at 30-45 minutes. Fixed fares apply from the official rank; surcharges can apply for luggage or late-night trips.
metro
Estimated costApprox. EUR 2.50 per single journey, or a multi-day pass if you travel several times a day (estimate; confirm current RATP tariff)
Best forMetro and RER journeys within Paris while attending the congress
RATP and Ile-de-France Mobilites set fares; a Navigo day or multi-day package can beat single tickets across a three-day stay. Keep your ticket until you exit the system.
rideshare
Estimated costApprox. EUR 45-70 from CDG and EUR 25-45 from Orly depending on demand (estimate; app quotes vary with surge)
Best forCDG or Orly to central Paris by Uber, Bolt or Free Now
Pick-up zones are signposted at both airports. Compare the app quote against the fixed taxi fare before booking, especially during peak hours.
rail
Estimated costCaptured quote approx. EUR 75 one way (book early; fares rise close to departure)
Best forLondon St Pancras to Paris Gare du Nord by direct Eurostar
About 2 hr 20 min city centre to city centre, which removes the airport transfer entirely. Arrive 60-75 minutes before departure for check-in and security.
Weather
Paris in mid to late November is late autumn: cool, often overcast and frequently damp, with short daylight (sunset around 17:00). Expect highs of roughly 10-13 C and lows of 4-7 C, with rain on around 10-11 days of the month and monthly totals near 50-60 mm. Mornings are the coldest part of the day and congress halls can be over-air-conditioned, so layers work better than a single heavy coat. These are climatological norms, not a forecast; check a short-range forecast in the week before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Paris has dense 4G and 5G coverage across the city and the airport rail corridors, so mobile data is rarely a problem. Travellers from EU/EEA operators can use roam-like-at-home allowances; visitors from outside the EU should check their own plan or buy a French prepaid SIM from Orange, SFR, Bouygues or Free at the airport or in the city, remembering that a French number may require ID registration. Venue Wi-Fi availability, capacity and any login process for exhibitors should be confirmed with the organiser, since conference networks are usually fine for email but unreliable for live imaging or scanner demonstrations. Power sockets in France are type E at 230 V, 50 Hz, so bring an adapter for UK, US or other plug types.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language in the halls
The congress audience is French-speaking and the working language of sessions is likely French. Open conversations in French where you can ('bonjour' before a question is expected), and bring French-language product or poster material if you are presenting.
Greetings and business etiquette
A handshake on introduction is standard in professional settings, and a brief 'bonjour, madame/monsieur' before any request is normal. Use formal address (vous) until invited otherwise, and keep first meetings relatively formal rather than immediately personal.
Meal times and congress catering
French lunch service typically runs from about 12:00 to 14:00, and many nearby restaurants close between services; congress lunch breaks are usually short and busy, so arrive early or book ahead for sit-down meals. Dinner starts later, commonly from 19:30.
Transport and strikes
Metro and RER services are frequent but can be affected by strikes or engineering works, which in Paris can be announced with little notice. Build a 20-30 minute buffer on congress mornings and keep a taxi or walking route as a fallback for the final day.
Off-hours in Paris
November daylight ends around 17:00, so plan cultural visits for late afternoon or evening openings. Major museums such as the Louvre and Orsay are within reach of the metro network, but book timed entry online during busy periods rather than queuing on the day.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: CDG
The captured flight searches for an 18-22 November 2026 round trip all landed at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), and Google Flights flagged the fares as currently typical while advising travellers from New York to book roughly two to five months before departure for JFK-CDG. Practical booking advice for this congress: compare CDG against Orly for European connections, since Orly is closer to the city and often cheaper for short-haul; book two to five months out for long-haul and earlier for the mid-November window, which is a busy period in Paris; and consider rail instead of flying if you are coming from London, Brussels or elsewhere in France, since the captured Eurostar option from St Pancras to Gare du Nord was quoted at approximately EUR 75 one way for a 2 hr 20 min direct journey. No specific fares are quoted here because the captures did not record them, so check live prices before committing.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Charles de Gaulle (CDG): 45-60 min by road; about 30-40 min by RER B to Gare du Nord; Paris Orly (ORY): 30-45 min by road; Orlyval plus RER B or tram T7 into the city; Paris Beauvais (BVA): 1 hr 15 min to 1 hr 30 min by road or official coach to Porte Maillot. Allow road or rail time to CNIT Forest; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near CNIT Forest: Gare du Nord, Paris 18th arrondissement: St Christopher's Paris - Gare du Nord; Paris 18th arrondissement: Hôtel de France 18; Paris 18th arrondissement: Generator Paris.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing is well established in Paris, with Uber, Bolt and Free Now all operating alongside the licensed taxi trade. At Charles de Gaulle and Orly, pick-up zones are signposted inside the terminals and app instructions usually name the exact door or level. Compare the app quote against the official fixed taxi fares (roughly EUR 56-65 from CDG and EUR 36-44 from Orly) before confirming, particularly during the morning peak or when surge pricing is active. For return trips to the airport, book 15-20 minutes earlier than you would for a metro journey, since traffic on the peripherique can add significant time.
Public transit: Paris public transport is operated by RATP and coordinated by Ile-de-France Mobilites, covering metro, RER, tram and bus. Metro and RER single journeys inside Paris cost approximately EUR 2.50, while airport rail links use a separate ticket of roughly EUR 13 single; multi-day Navigo packages usually beat single tickets if you travel several times a day. RER B connects Charles de Gaulle with Gare du Nord and central Paris in about 30-40 minutes, and Orly is linked by Orlyval to RER B at Antony and by tram T7. Keep your ticket until you leave the system, since inspections occur, and check the Ile-de-France Mobilites or RATP site for engineering works during your stay. Fares and ticket formats change periodically, so confirm current prices before travel rather than relying on older figures.
Parking: Driving into central Paris is possible but rarely convenient: the peripherique and inner boulevards are congested during peak hours, and much of the city is restricted or pedestrianised. Public underground garages operated by the main Paris parking groups are the realistic option, with day rates in the region of EUR 25-45 depending on district and duration; on-street parking is limited and payment is usually by app or meter. Venue parking, exhibitor loading access and any badge-controlled delivery windows should be confirmed directly with the organiser and the venue, because these arrangements vary by hall and are rarely published in general listings. If you are bringing instruments or stand material, ask the organiser for the designated loading bay and build schedule.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November (late autumn)
Temperature: Approx. 4-13 C across the day: highs typically 10-13 C and lows 4-7 C. These are climatological norms for Paris in November, not a forecast; check a short-range forecast in the week before travel.
Seasonality: November is one of the wetter months in Paris, with rain on roughly 10-11 days and monthly totals around 50-60 mm, often as light persistent drizzle rather than heavy storms. Skies are frequently overcast and daylight is short, with sunset around 17:00, so the walk between hotel and venue is often in the dark at either end of the day. There is no snow risk to plan around in the city itself, but mornings can feel colder than the air temperature suggests in the wind.
Packing: Pack for cool, damp and changeable conditions: a water-resistant outer layer with room for a sweater or fleece underneath, a compact umbrella, and comfortable walking shoes for metro stairs and long exhibition halls. Bring a light scarf or extra layer for air-conditioned session rooms, which often feel cold after a warm metro carriage. Add a small bag for a charged power bank and adapter (French type E sockets, 230 V), and keep a printed copy of your registration and hotel details dry in case your phone battery runs down on a wet arrival day.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Carrefour Pathologie usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
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Day 14-10: Confirm your registration category on carrefour-pathologie.org and check whether any workshop or satellite session needs a separate sign-up.
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Day 14-10: Book rail or air travel into Paris for 18-20 November 2026 with a buffer on arrival day, and reserve a hotel at a cancellable rate while the venue area is confirmed.
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Day 10-7: Download the scientific programme and mark the sessions closest to your daily practice (IHC and molecular panels, cytology, quality and accreditation, digital pathology).
T-4
Day 7-5: Check your passport or ID validity and, if you are travelling from outside the EU/Schengen area, confirm short-stay entry requirements with the official French visa portal.
T-5
Day 7-5: Plan the airport transfer: RER B from CDG, Orlyval or tram from Orly, or the coach from Beauvais, and note that a taxi from CDG costs roughly EUR 56-65 fixed fare.
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Day 5-3: Gather what you need for badge collection, typically ID plus your registration confirmation, and save the confirmation offline on your phone.
T-7
Day 5-3: Prepare follow-up material for exhibitors: your laboratory's current instrument list, pending upgrade projects and any reagent tenders in progress.
T-8
Day 3-1: Pack layers and a water-resistant coat; Paris in mid-November averages roughly 5-12 C with frequent overcast and rain.
T-9
Day 3-1: Charge devices, download the RATP/metro app or a Paris transit map, and confirm the venue address from the organiser page rather than a third-party listing.
T-10
Day 1-3: Sit in at least one session outside your subspecialty (for example molecular pathology if you are a general pathologist) and one exhibitor demo, and note names for post-congress contact.
T-11
After: send follow-up emails within a week while the meetings are fresh, and share two or three practice-relevant findings with your department.
Day 1
Arrive 30-45 minutes before the first session to collect your badge, orient yourself between session rooms and the exhibition, and pick up the printed programme.
Day 3
Ask at the registration desk about the attendance certificate if your employer or accreditation body needs proof of participation.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at CNIT Forest
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Carrefour Pathologie registration concourse
CNIT Forest
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
CNIT Forest
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
- Per diem × 2€150.00
Estimated total€340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Carrefour Pathologie fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
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For Carrefour Pathologie, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Diagnostic equipment and technologies and Laboratory supplies and reagents solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Carrefour Pathologie in Paris.
Min. budget
$513.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Diagnostic equipment and technologies and Laboratory supplies and reagents products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,308.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Paris show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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Answers
Frequently asked
What is Carrefour Pathologie and who organises it?
Carrefour Pathologie is the French national congress for anatomic and cytologic pathology, published on carrefour-pathologie.org and staged in Paris on 18-20 November 2026. The official site is the authoritative source for the organiser's name, the scientific committee and the registration categories; check it before booking travel.
Are the sessions in French or English?
Expect French to be the working language of the plenary sessions, workshops and the exhibition floor, since the congress audience is primarily French-speaking pathologists and laboratory staff. If you need English-language content or translation, confirm with the organiser before you register rather than assuming simultaneous interpretation.
Who should attend: hospital pathologists, private laboratories or industry?
All three. The programme is built around the diagnostic work of ACP departments, so hospital and private-practice pathologists, residents, histology technicians and quality managers get the most from the sessions. Industry visitors are mainly laboratory suppliers, digital pathology vendors and diagnostics companies who exhibit or use the meeting for scientific exchange.
Where exactly is the congress held and how do I get there?
The edition takes place in Paris; the venue address and access map are published by the organiser on carrefour-pathologie.org and should be taken from there before you book a hotel. Paris is served by Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Orly (ORY) and Beauvais (BVA) airports, with RER B and metro connections into the city, and by direct high-speed rail from London, Brussels and most French regions.
How do I register and what does the badge give access to?
Registration runs through the official congress site. Typical French congress badges separate delegate access (sessions and exhibition) from exhibitor and press badges, and some workshops or satellite sessions may require a separate sign-up. Fees, deadlines and cancellation terms are set by the organiser, so confirm them on the official page rather than relying on second-hand listings.
Is there an exhibition of laboratory equipment and diagnostics?
Yes. As with previous French pathology congresses, the commercial exhibition runs alongside the scientific programme with suppliers of histology processing equipment, microtomes and cryostats, IHC and ISH reagents, automated stainers, whole-slide scanners and digital pathology software, molecular diagnostics and laboratory consumables. Use the exhibition to compare instruments with the techniques discussed in the sessions.
Can I earn CME/DPC credit or obtain a certificate of attendance?
French congresses in this field usually issue an attendance certificate and apply for continuing-education recognition, but the exact accreditation status and the way certificates are delivered for the 2026 edition must be confirmed with the organiser. Ask at the registration desk or check the official site before you travel if your employer requires proof.
What does a November congress in Paris cost in practice?
Budget for the congress fee set by the organiser, three to four nights of Paris accommodation (roughly USD 95-200 per night depending on tier and how early you book), a RER or taxi transfer from the airport (airport rail tickets are in the region of EUR 13 single, fixed-fare taxis from CDG are around EUR 56-65), and daily metro fares of about EUR 2.50 per journey. All of these except the congress fee are approximate and should be confirmed at booking.
How early should I book travel for 18-20 November 2026?
Book flights and rail two to five months ahead for the best fares, and book hotels as soon as the venue area is confirmed, because mid-November is a busy period in Paris. Leave a buffer on arrival day: airport-to-city transfers can take 45-60 minutes and the first morning is usually the busiest for badge collection.
Glossary
- ACP (Anatomie et Cytologie Pathologiques)
- The French medical specialty covering anatomical pathology (tissue samples) and cytology (cell samples); the professional field around which Carrefour Pathologie is built.
- Anatomical pathology (histopathology)
- Diagnosis from tissue specimens that are fixed, processed, sectioned and stained before microscopic examination, typically after biopsy or surgical resection.
- Cytology
- Examination of individual cells rather than tissue architecture, including gynaecological screening smears and non-gynaecological samples such as fine-needle aspirates and effusions.
- IHC (immunohistochemistry)
- Antibody-based staining used to identify cell lineage, tumour origin or predictive biomarkers on tissue sections; a core topic in both congress sessions and the exhibition.
- FISH (fluorescence in situ hybridization)
- A molecular cytogenetic technique that detects specific DNA sequences on slides, widely used for amplifications, translocations and other biomarkers in tumour pathology.
- Extemporaneous examination (frozen section)
- Rapid intraoperative diagnosis performed on fresh tissue during surgery, used to guide the surgeon's decision in real time; a recurring subject in pathology training and workflow discussions.
- Whole-slide imaging (WSI)
- Digitisation of glass slides into high-resolution images for viewing, archiving and remote review; the technical foundation of digital pathology and telepathology.
- RCP (reunion de concertation pluridisciplinaire)
- The French multidisciplinary tumour board where pathologists present the histological diagnosis that frames treatment decisions; pathology reports must be structured to feed these meetings.
- ISO 15189
- The international standard for medical laboratory competence and quality, including pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical requirements; a driver of QC and traceability discussions among French laboratories.
- DES (Diplome d'Etudes Specialisees)
- The French specialty training pathway; pathology residents following the DES d'anatomie et cytologie pathologiques are a regular audience segment at the congress.
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Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Carrefour Pathologie 2026
- Carrefour Pathologie Paris 2026
- Paris FR
- Medical Conference Paris 2026
- Diagnostic equipment and technologies
- Laboratory supplies and reagents
- Medical imaging solutions
- Pathology software and informatics
- Medical Conference Conference Paris
- digital transformation expo
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