Constant Bottom Hole Pressure (CBHP)

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Methodology within MPD, Proactive Category, whereby bottomhole pressure is kept constant during connections to compensate the loss of AFP when mud pumps are off. Typical methods include: 1. By keeping continuous circulation during connections. 2. By trapping annular pressure prior to shutting down mud pumps. 3. By diverting mud pump flow across the wellhead.