Friedreich's ataxia (FA) is a rare autosomal recessive neurodegenerative disorder. Although FA is frequently associated with cardiomyopathy and diabetes mellitus, its coexistence with solid malignancies is exceptionally rare. To date, only a limited number of gastrointestinal cancers have been reported in patients with FA.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Coexistence of Friedreich's Ataxia and Esophageal Cancer: A Case Report
Mehrban A, Babamahmoodi A, Hamidian MT, Amiri B, Ramzani P, Karimi M. Coexistence of Friedreich's Ataxia and Esophageal Cancer: A Case Report. Clin Case Rep. 2026 Feb 24;14(3):e72153. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.72153. PMID: 41756699; PMCID: PMC12932118.
