The correct answer is:
The most popular theory, proposed by Dylkanes in 1960, states that the deformity is caused by a defect of enchondral ossification of the femoral neck. Weightbearing causes shearing stresses which result in fatigue of the dystrophic bone and progressive varus deformity results.
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