In Afghanistan, C-section costs usually increase due to factors like choosing a private hospital, higher doctor and anesthesia fees, and delivering in major cities where charges are higher. The bill can also rise if the case is an emergency, if extra ultrasounds, blood tests, or scans are needed, or if blood transfusion and additional medicines are required. Longer hospital stay, a higher room category, and complications such as infection or high blood pressure can add further costs. Supplies shortages can also push families to buy medicines and items outside the hospital, which increases the total expense.