Koenig winches. Series II - IIA vehicles originally. General: This winch was in production from the late 1950's through the mid, late 1960's. The winch is no longer produced and Koenig Iron Works of Houston no longer has any parts for this winch.
Chronic diseases and increased mortality are often cited as the hallmark of old age. There is a long-standing belief that aging and diseases are inseparable. However, studies have revealed that aging is inevitable, but diseases are not.
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a common condition that is more prevalent in the elderly population. Usually CKD in younger patients is associated with loss of kidney function, but of patients over 65 years of age with CKD, 30% do not have progressive disease with loss of kidney function over time. CKD is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and chronic renal failure.