Abstract:Non-small cell lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, acute lung injury, asthma, and pulmonary fibrosis are major global health issues. Ferroptosis, a novel form of programmed cell death dependent on intracellular Fe2+ accumulation and lipid peroxidation, has provided new therapeutic targets for these pulmonary diseases. Research indicates that iron chelators and antioxidants can influence cell fate by modulating iron metabolism and lipid peroxidation. Investigating ferroptosis to develop new intervention strategies, such as small molecule inhibitors targeting the ferroptosis pathway, could significantly improve treatment outcomes for pulmonary diseases. This review summarized the role of ferroptosis in lung diseases and its therapeutic potential, aiming to offer new insights and perspectives for the treatment of pulmonary disorders.