Abstract:Lysosomes serve as critical hubs of cellular metabolism and signaling pathways. Importantly, they play pivotal roles in various aspects of cancer cells, including proliferation, metastasis, and drug resistance. In recent years, research on targeted lysosome therapy for cancer has been on the rise. One significant mechanism involves lysosome membrane permeabilization (LMP) triggered by internal or external stimuli, leading to lysosome-dependent cell death. Compared to conventional chemotherapy, nanomedicines offer higher specificity and fewer side effects. This article will focus on the progress in using nanomedicines to induce lysosomal membrane permeabilization as a targeted therapy for cancer. The aim is to provide insights and references for research in lysosome-related cancer treatments.