Abstract:This paper describes the challenges faced when completing wells in the Mishrif formation of Southern Iraq, where well control concerns increase post acid stimulation of the reservoir due to the unpredictability of the formation's behavior.
One of the biggest challenges faced when drilling and completing in this formation is to manage a natural hydraulic balance of the reservoir to avoid the well switching from losses to kicks without warning. While this challenge is being addressed by carefully … Show more
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