Why is ultrasound not considered a gold standard?
Although ultrasound is a frequently ordered test, it is not considered a gold standard due to limitations. It is, however, frequently ordered for reasons such as it is less expensive, noninvasive, and in patients lacking certain limitations can lead to the same results. With the current economical situation and new healthcare costs, these reasons become very important. In my research project I will be discussing these limitations in further detail. I will also try to prove whether or not future progression of ultrasound could cause it to become a gold standard and what the new digital age will mean for the future of ultrasound.
With my initial research proposal, I had a topic but I didn’t have a definite direction. Without this direction I could see myself branching off in multiple subsets and give facts but not establish nor solve an argument. Now that I have an argumentative question I can focus on that and give my inquiry project a clear direction.
“I will also try to prove whether or not future progression of ultrasound could cause it to become a gold standard and what the new digital age will mean for the future of ultrasound.”
OK, but I’d avoid using the word “prove.” You’re not going to prove anything, but you will make an argument.
Point of clarification… is this about all medical issues? That is, might ultrasound be a “gold standard” procedure for one set of issues and not another?
Also, have you given consideration to the technological platform for your inquiry project?
I haven’t decided yet if I am going to focus on one certain disease diagnosis or multiple. Because the gold standard for each disease is different I’m not sure if it would become too complex or not.
I also am going between using my WordPress account with a separate page or Medium.com for my platform. The deciding factor will be the amount of media objects I end up using. i.e. videos, images, etc. I am unclear as to whether any graphics or videos are even possible with medium?