Effect of simulator fidelity on skill acquisition and trainee satisfaction in arthroscopic surgery training for novices: a prospective randomized comparative study

Although skill acquisition did not differ significantly between the high- and low-fidelity simulators after a single training session, the high-fidelity simulator markedly improved trainee satisfaction, especially in instrument handling and perceived quality of the training experience. These findings suggest that simulator fidelity enhances the educational value of the arthroscopic training for novices emphasizing the role of realistic simulation in early surgical education.