Table 7 Preferences and family related questions for residents of Dubai, United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates who sought medical treatment overseas during 2009–2012
Variable | Total Sample N (%) | Federal Republic of Germany N (%) | Other Destinations N (%) | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Preference for Travel Escort | Â | Â | Â | 0.76 |
 Alone | 10 (3) | 5 (3) | 5 (3) |  |
 Escorted | 326 (97) | 147 (97) | 179 (97) |  |
Arrangement Preferences | Â | Â | Â | 0.81 |
 Myself | 95 (28) | 42 (28) | 53 (29) |  |
 Travel Agency | 241 (72) | 110 (72) | 131 (71) |  |
Family response towards overseas treatment | ||||
 Shared bad experiences | 29 (8) | 14 (9) | 15 (8) | 0.73 |
 Help & Support | 314 (93) | 143 (94) | 171 (93) | 0.67 |
 Seek Options in UAE/Other Countries | 39 (12) | 20 (13) | 19 (10) | 0.42 |
 Financial Help | 87 (26) | 30 (20) | 57 (31) | 0.02 |
 Worry | 47 (14) | 19 (13) | 28 (15) | 0.48 |