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ReviewJournal of biochemical and molecular toxicology2026

Beyond a Metabolite: Lactylation as a Pivotal Regulator of Colorectal Cancer Pathogenesis and Treatment Resistance.

Shuilan Yao, Yun Liang, Xinwen Liang, Qisheng Su, Xiaohong Li

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Review in Journal of biochemical and molecular toxicology, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

5 authors.

Shuilan YaoThe First Clinical Medical College of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China.
Yun LiangThe First Clinical Medical College of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China.
Xinwen LiangThe First Clinical Medical College of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China.
Qisheng SuDepartment of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3858-1018
Xiaohong LiDepartment of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0959-3976

Funding

Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Health Committee self-funded scientific research Z20210487Innovation and entrepreneurship training program for college students of Guangxi Medical University X202410598352
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a highly lethal malignancy worldwide. Lactylation, which serves as a key metabolic-epigenetic bridge driving malignant progression, is involved in CRC development, metastasis, immunosuppression, and drug resistance. This review systematically outlines the biological functions of lactate and the molecular mechanisms of lactylation, with a particular focus on their regulatory roles in CRC. Key aspects are summarized, including the dynamic regulation by lactylation-related enzymes ("writers" and "erasers") and potential therapeutic strategies targeting lactylation. Distinct from existing studies, this review further explores the clinical translational potential of targeting lactylation. From a toxicological perspective, it analyzes mechanisms of chemotherapy resistance and the toxicological considerations associated with targeted therapies. Core challenges in clinical translation, such as off-target toxicity, optimization of the therapeutic index, and low drug delivery efficiency-are also examined. By synthesizing the latest research advances in lactylation modification in CRC, this review provides a clear framework to inform and guide subsequent basic research and clinical translation efforts.

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Colorectal NeoplasmsDrug Resistance, NeoplasmLactic AcidAnimalsAntineoplastic AgentsEpigenesis, GeneticHumansAntineoplastic AgentsLactic Acidcolorectal cancerepigenetic modificationlactylationmetabolic reprogrammingtumor microenvironment

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