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Key outcomes such as surgical duration, postoperative pain (VAS scores), functional disability (ODI), intraoperative blood loss, hospital stay, and complications were assessed. Data were analyzed using fixed- or random-effects models depending on heterogeneity.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>A total of six studies were included in the meta-analysis. No significant differences were observed between UBE and UPE in postoperative leg pain (VAS scores), back pain (VAS scores), or functional disability (ODI scores). The pooled data showed that both techniques provided comparable outcomes for pain relief and functional recovery. However, UBE was associated with significantly shorter surgical durations compared to UPE [SMD\u2009=\u2009\u22120.73, 95% CI (\u22121.39, \u22120.07)]. No significant differences were found in intraoperative blood loss, length of hospital stay, or postoperative complications between the two groups. Sensitivity analysis confirmed the robustness of the findings, and publication bias was not detected.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title><jats:p>Both UBE and UPE are effective and comparable in treating LSS, with similar outcomes in terms of postoperative pain relief, functional recovery, and complications. UBE may offer the advantage of reduced surgical time. 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