CXCR4 and nasopharyngeal carcinoma: This study explores the mechanisms of NPC stem cell subpopulations (CXCR4+) in the development of NPC, providing a reference for therapeutic targets for NPC.<h4>Methods</h4>Immunohistochemical analysis of CXCR4 expression was performed in 71 NPC and 5 chronic nasopharyngitis tissues.