Since I am almost 50yrs old and have several fibroids that are large and my uterus is twice its size, I was wondering could this procedure UAE shrink the fibroids somewhat and then I could wait to see if when menopause sets.? I am not in severe pain and my periods are not that heavy, and I only feel very little discomfort on my pelvis. I just don't know if my being so close to menopause if a partial hysterectomy is necessary.