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Recent meta-analyses additionally suggest comparable outcomes between uniportal and biportal approaches, although differences in visualization, ergonomics, and learning curves remain areas of ongoing investigation.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Summary<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Current data supports the safety and efficacy of endoscopic surgery in appropriately selected patients, particularly for lumbar decompression procedures. Barriers including steep learning curves, limited formalized training pathways, equipment costs, reimbursement challenges, and the need for long-term comparative outcomes data continue to limit widespread adoption. 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