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The aim is to understand the roles and mechanisms of cancer stem cells in tumors and explore therapeutic strategies targeting them.

March 12, 2026Scientia Sinica VitaeOpen Access

Targeting the Achilles’ heel of cancer stem cells

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This review summarizes advances in cancer stem cell biology and their targeted therapeutic strategies, indicating implications for tumor treatment.

The aim is to understand the roles and mechanisms of cancer stem cells in tumors and explore therapeutic strategies targeting them.
Review of current literature on cancer stem cells and tumor microenvironment interactions
Analysis of therapeutic interventions targeting cancer stem cells
Examination of mechanisms influencing the regulatory niche of cancer stem cells
Cancer stem cells are critical for tumor initiation and metastasis
These cells exhibit high plasticity and can resist treatments, contributing to recurrence
Therapeutic strategies targeting cancer stem cells show promise for improving tumor management

HUANG et al. (2026) studied this question.

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This review summarizes advances in cancer stem cell biology and their targeted therapeutic strategies, indicating implications for tumor treatment.