METHODS FOR PROTECTING A HYDROCARBON-PRODUCING ZONE OF A SUBTERRANEAN FORMATION USING A RELATIVE PERMEABILITY MODIFIER

摘要

A relative permeability modifier may be used to protect a hydrocarbon-producing zone of a subterranean formation without detrimentally affecting its ability to produce hydrocarbons. Methods for protecting a hydrocarbon-producing zone of a subterranean formation can comprise: introducing a first treatment fluid comprising a relative permeability modifier to a hydrocarbon-producing zone of a subterranean formation also comprising a water-producing zone; concurrently with or after introducing the first treatment fluid to the hydrocarbon-producing zone, introducing a second treatment fluid comprising a sealant composition to the water-producing zone; and allowing the relative permeability modifier to substantially prevent the sealant composition from entering the hydrocarbon- producing zone.