Medical management of a traumatic rupture of the peroneus tertius tendon in a kid goat.

Authors

Jimena Zúñiga, Jenna E Bayne, Robert C Cole

Published in

The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne. Volume 67. Issue 8. Pages 860-863. Epub Aug 01, 2026.

Abstract

A 2-month-old Boer doeling weighing 13 kg that was intended for show and breeding was evaluated because of a 2-week history of right hind-limb lameness following suspected trauma sustained during an exhibition. Physical examination revealed a grade 4/5 lameness, stifle instability, and abnormal reciprocal apparatus function consistent with peroneus tertius (PT) rupture. Radiographs showed soft-tissue swelling without fracture. Ultrasonography identified synovial proliferation and a defect at the origin of the PT tendon compared with the contralateral limb. Synovial fluid analysis supported a traumatic inflammatory process. A diagnosis of PT tendon rupture with mild stifle sprain was made, and conservative management, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory therapy, antimicrobial administration, stall rest, and physical therapy, was initiated. The doeling was re-presented 2 wk later with worsening hind-limb lameness, new forelimb lameness, joint effusion, and respiratory abnormalities. Ultrasonography demonstrated abnormal joint effusion and diffuse pulmonary artifacts with mild pleural effusion. Arthrocentesis of the stifle and glenohumeral joints confirmed septic arthritis affecting multiple joints, suspected to be a result of hematogenous spread secondary to bronchopneumonia. Due to a poor prognosis for long-term soundness and productivity, euthanasia was elected. Key clinical message: This case documents an uncommon PT rupture in a goat and highlights the diagnostic value of ultrasonography, the risk of systemic disease complicating orthopedic injury, and the need for further characterization of prognosis and management of tendon injuries in small ruminants.

PMID:
42544358
Bibliographic data and abstract were imported from PubMed on 03 Aug 2026.

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