This randomized controlled trial investigates the effectiveness of two laparoscopic training modalities - Classic Box Trainers and the LAPARO Analytic - in teaching fundamental surgical skills for laparoscopic appendicectomy. A total of 60 first-year medical residents (interns) from Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João (CHUSJ) will be recruited and randomly assigned to one of two training groups. One group will undergo a 3-hour in-person training session using Classic Box Trainers, while the other group will train using the LAPARO Analytic simulator, both under the supervision of experienced General Surgery tutors. The study aims to evaluate technical skill acquisition, retention, and participant satisfaction. Outcomes will be assessed through objective performance metrics and participant feedback, contributing to the optimization of laparoscopic education methods.
First-year medical residents (internos de ano comum) currently enrolled at Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João (CHUSJ).
Voluntary participation confirmed by completion of an informed consent and online registration form.
Availability to participate in both the initial training session and the follow-up cadaveric assessment 15 days later.
Any prior exposure to laparoscopic surgical techniques formal training.
Engagement in any laparoscopic training activities between the recruitment date and the practical evaluation session.
Inability to attend either the scheduled training or the cadaveric assessment session.