US Patent 8418763 Self-degrading cement compositions and associated fluid loss applications

Cement compositions and methods of their use in subterranean applications include the use of a self-degrading cement composition for use in fluid loss applications. A method includes placing a self-degrading cement composition in at least one fracture of a subterranean formation, the self-degrading cement including a cement composition including an acid-base cement, a particulate filler, and a solid acid precursor. The method includes allowing the self-degrading cement to set in the fracture.