Background: Healthcare-associated infections, particularly suppurative wounds, represent a major cause of patient morbidity. This study aimed to identify the pathogenic bacteria isolated from suppurative infections and determine their distribution across units at Kindia Regional Hospital. Methods: We conducted a prospective, cross-sectional descriptive study from December 2022 to December 2025 at Kindia Regional Hospital. Standard microbiological methods were used to identify bacterial species from 4293 collected pus samples. Results: In our study, females constituted the majority (81.7%), and the [20 - 29 years] age group was the most represented (33.7%). Analysis of the patients’ occupations revealed that 49% of the participants were “housewives,” followed by “retail workers” at 19%. Staphylococcus aureus (22%) was the most prevalent species, followed by Escherichia coli (10%). In our study, bacteria such as Streptococcus agalactiae, and Streptococcus pyogenes were isolated exclusively from female patients. Conclusion: This study will help strengthen microbiological surveillance of suppurative infections and contribute to improved care for patients suffering from pyogenic infections.
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