METHODS OF COMPLETING WELLS IN UNCONSOLIDATED SUBTERRANEAN ZONES

摘要

The current invention provides improved methods of completing wellbores penetrating unconsolidated and poorly consolidated subterranean zones. The methods basically comprise the steps of placing a coated proppant in fractures penetrating the subterranean zone, allowing the coated proppant to cure or set as a fluid permeable barrier to particulate matter and expanding an expandable well screen located adjacent to the fractures.