CLASSIC Trial
The CLASSIC trial aims to assess benefits and harms of IV fluid restriction versus standard care in adult intensive care unit patients with septic shock.
LOVIT Trial
The LOVIT trial tests the effect of vitamin C on the composite endpoint of death or persistent organ dysfunction at 28 days in patients with sepsis.
FIRST-ABC
The FIRST-ABC trial compares the efficacy of CPAP with HFNO in critically ill children requiring respiratory support (step-up) and in children just extubated (step down)
PrePARE II Trial
The PrePARE II trial evaluates the efficacy of a fluid bolus to prevent cardiovascular collapse during intubation of the critically ill patient receiving positive pressure ventilation
TTM2 Trial
The TTM-2 trial compared targeted hypothermia at 33°C, followed by controlled rewarming, or targeted normothermia with early treatment of fever (body temperature, ≥37.8°C) in 1850 survivors of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. It was presented at a Critical Care Reviews Trial Results Livestream in June 2020.
SuDDICU Trial
The SuDDICU trial is a crossover, cluster randomised controlled trial of selective decontamination of the digestive tract in intensive care unit patients. The trial has completed although the results have not yet been presented. It ius anticipated they will be presented before CCR22.
PLUS trial
The PLUS trial compares 0.9% saline with plama-lyte 148 for fluid resuscitation and therapy in 5000 patients in the ICU. Its primary outcome is 90-day all-cause mortality. The results are scheduled to be presented at a Critical Care Reviews Trials Result Livestream on January 18th.
VAM-IHCA Trial
The VAM-IHCA trial compared a combination of vasopressin, methylprednisolone and adrenaline with adrenaline alone in patients with in-hospital cardiac arrest. The results were presented at CCR Trial Results Livestream on September 29th
COAST Trial
The randomised controlled COAST trial compared oxygen therapy and high-flow nasal therapy in African children with pneumonia. The trial was discussed on a Critical Care Reviews Podcast episode in May 2021
BaSICS Trial
The 2x2 factorial randomised BaSICS trial compared plasmalyte with 0.9% saline, and a faster with a slower rate of infusion of these fluids, in 11,000 critically ill patients in Brazil. The trial results were presented at a Critical Care Reviews Livestream in August 2021
Prague OHCA Study
The Prague OHCA trial investigated the use of prehospital intraarrest hypothermia, mechanical chest compression, extracorporeal life support (ECLS) and early coronary angiography/percutaneous coronary intervention
LONG-HOT
Bodil Steen Rasmussen will present the long term outcomes of the HOT-ICU trial, comparing liberal with conservative oxygenation targets in patients with hypoxaemic respiratory failure
Tine Sylvest Meyhoff
Anders Perner
Francois Lamontagne
Neill Adhikari
Bodil Steen Rasmussen
Niklas Nielsen
John Myburgh
Simon Finfer
Kath Maitland
Kenneth Baillie
Bala Venkatesh
Kathy Rowan
Andrew Althouse
Howard Bauchner
Marion Campbell
Lars Andersen
Victoria Cornelius
Paul Mouncey
Danny McAuley
Bronwen Connolly
Lennie Derde
Christopher Seymour
Darren Taichmann
Padmanabhan Ramnarayan
Liz Wilcox
Manu Shankar-Hari
Jan Bělohlávek
Fernando Zampieri
Wednesday 15th Evening
Wine Reception & Tour of Titanic Exhibition
Wednesday 15th Night
Live Music on Nomadic
Thursday 16th Night
Live Music at the Dark Horse Bar
Friday 17th Night
Rooftop Party at the Merchant Hotel
After the meeting has finished come join us as we host a small private rooftop party with the faculty at Belfast's top hotel, the Merchant. With an acoustic music session planned, this will be the perfect way to relax and chat after two great days of conferencing. Again, food and music will be included. Numbers are strictly limited, so don't miss out.
Thursday 15th & Friday 16th Early Mornings
Free Pilates or Yoga class before the meeting begins, with breakfast included
Start the morning the healthy way and ease the previous night's festivities out of your system with a free Pilates or Yoga session with a qualified instructor. At 7am, we'll be on the Bridge, at the top of Titanic, where you'll have a fantastic view over Belfast Lough and the slipways of RMS Titanic and Olympic. Please email
Thursday 15th & Friday 16th Early Mornings
Guided Summer's morning run through Belfast at paces suitable for all abilities, with breakfast included
Join Peter McGuigan as he leads a group run around the Titanic Quarter at 7am on Thursday & Friday mornings. There will be both quick(ish) and slow(ish) groups over 3 and 5 km. Please email
Welcome to Titanic Belfast
Titanic Belfast is the home venue for the Critical Care Reviews Meeting. Opened in 2012 to coincide with the anniversary of the sinking of RMS Titanic, this incredible building is a physical match for the original ship, with bows projecting from each corner and standing the same height as the famous White Star ocean liner. Situated on the exact location where RMS Titanic was constructed, this iconic building overlooks the slipways where RMS Titanic and Olympic were launched into the Atlantic Ocean.
Please note there is no access to the Museum during the scientific programme.
Address: 1 Olympic Way, Queen's Road, Belfast BT3 9EP
Child Friendly
We believe in equity of access for all, so having a little one isn't an obstacle to attending CCR22. We provide a range of services to make it easier for you to come to Titanic Belfast and if you want to bring your child into the meeting room, all the better. If you're still not able to attend, then watch the free livestream from home. To secure a place for your child at our creche, please email
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Free professional, on-site creche
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Baby feeding area
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Reduced registration rates for those on maternity & paternity leave
Reduced Registration Rates
We're delighted to offer reduced registration rates for those on maternity or paternity leave at the time of the meeting. This includes both our in person and virtual registration options.
Free Creche
Should you need to avail of childcare to attend the meeting, we are pleased to be able to offer this free of charge. This facility is provided by registered childcare professionals in a dedicated, secure room two floors below the conference. You will be able to pop down and see your little ones during the breaks and lunch and can also bring them into the meeting. We have a limited capacity to care for children so please book early. Further details are available by emailing
Baby Feeding Area
A private baby feeding area is provided, including some equipment and a large screen from where you can watch the presentations live. Please let us know in advance if you would like to use this facility so we can prepare for the correct number of babies. You can do this by emailing
Can We Help?
If there is anything else we can do to help you attend CCR22, or to make your attendance easier, please do get in touch by emailing us at
Luggage Storage
If you've come directly to Titanic Belfast from the airport or train station, or maybe are returning to either of these at the end of the day, then relax in in the knowledge that we can store your luggage on site whilst you attend the meeting.
Quiet Space
Should you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of the meeting for a little while, we provide a quiet space for thought, prayer or reflection. It's on-site, so you will only miss as much of the meeting as you wish. If you think you would like to use this, please let us know in advance by emailing
Titanic Belfast is only 2.4km (1.5 miles) away from Belfast City Centre - a pleasant 25-30 minute walk. Download Titanic Belfast's Walking Route Map.
Vehicles approaching Belfast on the M1 or M2 should follow the signs to Belfast City Airport M3, taking the first exit for Titanic Quarter. There are 520 secure, underground paid parking spaces available. Parking charges are £1.50 for the first hour and £1 per hour thereafter.
Translink operate Metro Services 26, 26A, 26B, 26C from Belfast City Centre - departing outside the Belfast Welcome Centre to Titanic Belfast. While the Airport Express 600, 600A, 600B services Belfast City Centre, Titanic Belfast and George Best Belfast City Airport. View timetables here for latest information.
Translink also operate the Belfast Glider which connects East and West Belfast and Titanic Quarter with the city centre. There is a Titanic halt outside Titanic Belfast.
Translink operate regular train services from Belfast City Centre and beyond. For up-to-date information on timetables please see www.translink.co.uk. Please disembark at Titanic Quarter Station for Titanic Belfast.
From here there is pedestrian access via a footbridge, please then follow signage to Titanic Belfast. Walking time is approx. 15 mins from station.
Titanic Belfast is easily accessible by sea with ferry crossings from both Scotland and England. Travel by state of the art superfast ferries with journey times from just 2 hours 15 minutes. Operators and travel times vary and Titanic Belfast has a close relationship with Stena Line and P&O Irish Sea who have daily crossings.
George Best Belfast City Airport is just a few minutes drive from Titanic Belfast, with regular bus links and taxi or car hire available at the airport. www.belfastcityairport.com.
Belfast International Airport is a 30 minute drive from Titanic Belfast, with a regular bus service running to Belfast City Centre - Airport Express 300/300A. Onward travel to Titanic Belfast is via bus routes detailed above. Taxi and car hire services are also available at Belfast International Airport. www.belfastairport.com.
Dublin Airport is around 90 minutes drive from Titanic Belfast, with a regular bus service and car hire available from all usual major providers. It has a wide range of international flights. For long distance travellers, it is usually far cheaper, and often short, than flying through London Heathrow. https://www.dublinairport.com
Fitzwilliam Hotel
Nightly Rate: 15 % discount on best available rates on Executive guest rooms
How to Book: use promotion code CCR2022 to avail of discount via an online booking (link below)
Cancellation Policy: 14 days prior to arrival
Payment Terms: 25% deposit at time of booking
Discount cut off rate: One month prior
Location & Walking to Titanic Belfast: 1.7 miles, 34 minutes (map)
Bullitt Hotel
Nightly Rate: 10% discount on room only rate and breakfast can be added for £11 per person
How to Book: use promotion code CC10 to avail of discount
Cancellation Policy: Individual room bookings will have a 24 hour cancellation policy
Payment Terms: Rooms will be secured with a credit card and payment made upon arrival to the hotel
Discount cut off rate: The promotion code is valid until 5 weeks prior to arrival
Location & Walking to Titanic Belfast: 1.2 miles, 23 minutes (map)
Europa Hotel
Nightly rate
- Classic Double for Single occupancy @ £80 bed & Full Irish Breakfast
- Superior Double for Single occupancy @ £90bb
- Executive double for Single occupancy @ £100bb
- Double occupancy supplement @ additional £15 pp
How to book: By phoning +44 (0) 28 9027 1066 or emailing
Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation for individual bookings up to 12pm day prior to arrival. In the event of a no- show, guest will be charged full charge of 1st night.
Discount cut off rate: 4 weeks prior to event, however where availability prevails the Europa Hotel will honour discounted rate for any bookers up to the day of arrival
Payment terms: Credit card is required to guarantee the booking and payment will be taken upon arrival to the hotel.
Location & Walking to Titanic Belfast: 1.8 miles, 35 minutes (map)
Grand Central
Nightly rate:
- Executive double for Single occupancy @ £140bb
- Deluxe double for Single occupancy @ £160bb
- Double occupancy supplement @ additional £20 pp
How to book: By phoning +44 (0) 28 9023 1066 or emailing
Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation for individual bookings up to 12pm day prior to arrival. In the event of a no- show, guest will be charged full charge of 1st night.
Discount cut off rate: 4 weeks prior to event, however where availability prevails the Europa Hotel will honour discounted rate for any bookers up to the day of arrival
Payment terms: Credit card is required to guarantee the booking and payment will be taken upon arrival to the hotel.
Location & Walking to Titanic Belfast: 1.7 miles, 34 minutes (map)
Titanic Hotel
Nightly Rate: £159.00 Bed & Breakfast per Executive room offering 10% discount on current rates
How to Book: By phoning +44 (0) 28 9508 2000 or emailing
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation policy for individual bookings is 4 weeks prior to arrival
Payment Terms: A credit card is required at the time of booking to confirm the room with full payment on arrival
Discount cut off rate: May 2nd
Location & Walking to Titanic Belfast: It couldn't be any closer... (map)
Ramada Wyndham Belfast City Centre
Nightly Rate: Discount applies to a standard double room. Delegates can avail of the Corporate club rate which is a 15% discount off our Best available rate. This offer includes a complimentary breakfast for single occupancy room which holds an additional £10.00 saving. If there are more than 1 person in the room a £10.00 supplement will apply for the additional breakfast.
How to Book: Either book online using the link below or alternatively call + 44 (0) 28 9026 1800 or email
Cancellation Policy: Bookings will be subject to a cancellation policy of 4pm the day prior to arrival
Payment Terms: A credit card is required at the time of booking to confirm the room with full payment on arrival
Discount cut off rate: Subject to availability
Location & Walking to Titanic Belfast: 1.3 miles, 26 minutes (map)
Jury's Inn
Nightly Rate: £99BB single occupancy; £110 twin / double
How to Book: Promotion Code JIVISI130622 is redeemable on line
Cancellation Policy: 7 days prior to arrival
Payment Terms: Pay at the property, card details would be required at the time of the booking, to guarantee reservation
Discount cut off rate: 16th of May 2022
Location & Walking to Titanic Belfast: 1.7 miles, 34 minutes (map)
Belfast
Belfast Walking Tour
There are few better ways to see a city than by walking it's streets with a knowledgeable local guide. First populated over 5000 years ago during the bronze age, but mainly growing from the 17th century onwards, Belfast's history spans the industrial revolution, ship building, the Troubles and now, a vigourous revival, highlighted by being nominated as one of Lonely Planet's must see venues in 2018.
Black Taxi Tour
No trip to Belfast would be complete without a black taxi tour of the interface areas of the city where much of recent "Troubles" were played out. This is a simply fascinating activity, especially for those of an age who lived through this difficult period. There are lots of tours available - we've linked to a simple google search.
Titanic Belfast
Titanic Belfast is a visitor attraction opened in 2012, on the site of the White Star shipyard where RMS Titanic, Olympic & Britannic were built and launched. It was voted the world's top tourist attraction in 2017 and happens to also host the Critical Care Reviews Meeting! Please note, a 2 hour tour of the exhibition is an optional extra for delegates on the Thursday evening of the meeting.
Crumlin Road Gaol
Crumulin Road Gaol was built between 1843 and 1845 in North Belfast and played a central role in Belfast's history. It housed prisoners from Famine times right up to the "Troubles", where an underground tunnel connected the Gaol with the courthouse opposite. Seventeen prisoners were executed in the prison, the last being hanged in 1961.
The North Coast
Bushmills Distillery
Dating from 1608, Bushmills distillery is the oldest licensed whiskey distillery in the world. Take a tour and see the many intricate steps involved in producing fine Irish Whiskey. Book ahead though as it's very busy!
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
The rope bridge at Carrick-a-Rede was first erected by fishermen more than 350 years ago where they fished for Atlantic salmon on the tiny island of Carrickarede. The bridge spans 20 metres (66 ft) and is 30 metres (98 ft) high.
Dunluce Castle
Dunluce Castle dates from the 13th century, and was first built by Richard Óg de Burgh, 2nd Earl of Ulster.
Giant's Causeway
The Giant's Causeway is a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the north coast of Ireland. It consists of about 40,000 interlocking basalt hexagonal columns, the result of an ancient volcanic fissure eruption.
Best of the Rest
Best of Belfast from Tripadvisor
While we have highlighted several of the top attractions Belfast and the surrounding area has to offer, there are many more activities and sight seeing opportunities than we can list. For your convenience we have linked to the top tourist features as voted by the users of tripadvisor.
Game of Thrones Tour
While the hit American fantasy series Game of Thrones has been filmed at various locations around the world, Titanic studios, Belfast, has been home to it's cast and crew for almost the past 10 years. Situated just 200 metres from Titanic, Titanic Studio is visible on the top left image as the large yellow & grey structure. The Dark Hedges, pictured above, is just one of many filming locations used throughout Northern Ireland.
Seamus Heaney Centre
Acclaimed Irish poet and playwright Seamus Heaney hailed from Bellaghy, Co. Derry. Formerly a professor at Havard and Professor of Poetry at Oxford University, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1995. He has been described as "the greatest poet of our age". Following his death in 2013, the Seamus Heaney HomePlace, an exhibition of his life and work, was opened in Bellaghy, just 45 minutes drive from Belfast.
Restaurants
With a vast selection of fantastic restaurants suitable for all price ranges Belfast has quickly made it's mark on the culinary scene. From Michelin starred to smaller establishments, all tastes are accounted for. Be warned, restaurants can book out very quickly, so don't delay too long. We have linked once more to tripadvisor so you can get an independent view of where to eat.
CCR22 is supported by
My Intensive Care continue to provide strong support to Critical Care Reviews, being a gold sponsor for #CCR22.
Norso Medical Limited is an independent All-Ireland company established in 2012, committed to the supply and support of high-quality medical equipment to the Irish market (NI & ROI) specialising in Non-invasive Patient Monitoring, Ultrasound, Co-Oximetry, Hospital Automation, IT Connectivity & Simulation. Norso is the exclusive agent for Mindray, Masimo and Monivent.
We believe that clinical expertise is at the heart of healthcare. It is the knowledge, skills and experience of medical professionals that are key to advancing innovation. Norso Medical works hand-in-hand with medical clinicians, to ensure our solutions are truly intelligent, relevant and accessible, so we can always put the patient before the equipment. We share clinical expertise to envision more possibilities in healthcare.
Our equipment ranges from Patient Monitors, Ultrasound, Depth of sedation, Cerebral Oximetry and Pre-Hospital Monitoring, Norso strive to bring state of the art products to areas such as Anaesthetics, ICU, General Wards, Pre-Hospital Transport and Primary care.
Norso Medical also hold a special synergy with Critical Care Reviews, as we also celebrate our 10th year anniversary. We were one of the first distributors back in 2012 to support this worthwhile meeting.
Norso Medical Ltd. is the sole exclusive sales/service agent for:
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Mindray Patient Monitors, Ultrasound, and Integration & Connectivity
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Masimo Co Oximetry including SpHb, Sedline 4Ch EEG, O3 cerebral monitoring and other connected devices.
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Masimo ISirona – Hospital automation platform for EMR Integration
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LIDCO hemodynamic monitoring
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Monivent® Neo 100 & Monivent® Neo Training
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Lifecast Body Simulation
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Clear Diamond Screen protection
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ADC Range of Primary care devices
Silver Sponsors
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Bronze Sponsors
Armstrong Medical
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Founded 38 years’ ago, the company designs, moulds and assembles medical equipment and consumables in Coleraine, Northern Ireland and exports them to more than 60 countries.
Armstrong Medical’s passion is improving patient comfort and outcomes as well as streamlining the delivery of care. All products are designed to provide support to patients safely, accurately, quickly and efficiently. The Clinical Education Team also works in partnership with healthcare professionals to deliver the highest level of training and guidance.
Ilimex
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We have 4 types of units available with 2 more currently in production, to be released this year. The Pro Med Pal has been developed especially for the medical/surgical sector and is a personal portable unit, while the Ilimex Go is designed for surgical theatres, corridors, and lifts.
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