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Acting through histone and non-histone protein lactylation (for example, Histone H3 Lysine 9 Lactylation [H3K9la], Histone H3 Lysine 18 Lactylation [H3K18la]), this modification reshapes chromatin accessibility and activates transcriptional programs, thereby driving tumor progression, metabolic reprogramming, immune evasion, and chemoresistance in digestive system malignancies. This review comprehensively summarizes the latest advances in lactylation across esophageal cancer (EC), gastric cancer (GC), colorectal cancer (CRC), hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), pancreatic cancer (PC), and gallbladder cancer (GBC), emphasizing its role in epigenetic regulation of oncogenic signaling and metabolic\u2013epigenetic crosstalk. Moreover, we discuss potential biomarkers, therapeutic targets, and pharmacologic strategies aimed at modulating lactylation. Despite promising translational potential, key challenges remain in standardizing detection methods and validating clinical efficacy. The intricate mechanisms of lactylation not only deepen our understanding of digestive tumor biology but also unveil a rich landscape of novel therapeutic targets. 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