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Transactions Related to the Partnership (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2011 | Dec. 31, 2010
Schedule of changes in net income and ownership interest |  |
Net income (loss) attributable to Exterran stockholders | $ (340,608) | $ (101,825)
Increase in Exterran stockholders' additional paid in capital for sale of Partnership units | 123,904 | 41,111
Change from net income (loss) attributable to Exterran stockholders and transfers to the noncontrolling interest | $ (216,704) | $ (60,714)

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