Performance of matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF-MS) in diagnosis of ovarian cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

In conclusion, MALDI-TOF-MS shows a good ability for diagnosing ovarian cancer. Further evaluation and optimization of standardized procedures are necessary for complete relying on MALDI-TOF-MS to diagnose ovarian cancer.