Nestled between buildings in Châtillon, Passage Lasegue whispers a story of a remarkable physician. Passage Lasegue takes its name from Dr. Ernest-Charles Lasègue, a Parisian physician whose legacy extends far beyond this quiet passage. Passage Lasegue subtly honors a man whose work continues to resonate in the medical world. Born in Paris in 1816, Dr. Lasègue made significant contributions to the understanding of various medical conditions. He first described anorexia nervosa in 1873. He termed this “hysterical anorexia”. Passage Lasegue stands as a quiet tribute to his groundbreaking work. In 1877, alongside Jules Philippe Falret, Dr. Lasègue identified “folie à deux”. This is now known as Lasègue-Falret syndrome. This condition describes shared psychosis. He also developed a diagnostic test for sciatica. This “Lasègue sign” involves pain triggered by leg elevation. It’s a test still used by doctors today. So, as you pass through Passage Lasegue, remember the physician who gave his name to a street, a sign, and a syndrome. His contributions, though perhaps less visible than the passage itself, continue to impact lives even today.
Église Notre-Dame de l’Air
Beneath what appears to be a simple stone and wood structure lies a history interwoven with faith aviation and community.