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May 13, 2013

TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND ENABLES MORE CONFIDENT PEDIATRIC DIAGNOSES

Aplio 500 Showcased at SPR  

SAN ANTONIO, May 13, 2013 – Offering an ultrasound system for diverse pediatric needs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase its Aplio^TM 500at the Society for Pediatric Radiology (SPR) annual conference, May 14 – 18, 2013, in San Antonio. The system combines advanced visualization capabilities with ergonomics and flexibility to improve pediatric imaging and departmental efficiency.

Toshiba’s Aplio 500 offers picture-perfect imaging with advanced visualization features, including Fly Thru and Smart Fusion. An industry-first technology, Fly Thru uses 4D ultrasound to “fly through” interiors of fluid-filled ducts and vessels for better exploration of lesions and masses and to assist in planning interventional procedures. Smart Fusion combines the best in imaging and synchronizes CT or MR with ultrasound, helping to locate hard-to-find lesions and aiding in ultrasound-guided biopsies. Aplio 500 comes standard with advanced workflow tools and ergonomics, including the iStyle^TM+ Productivity Suite.

“To meet the expanding requirements of pediatric healthcare, Toshiba’s Aplio 500 is designed to improve patient outcomes,” said Tomohiro Hasegawa, director, Ultrasound Business Unit, Toshiba. “Aplio 500 features the most advanced imaging applications designed to reduce the need for additional imaging and minimize radiation exposure during diagnostic imaging and intervention.”

About Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.

With headquarters in Tustin, Calif., Toshiba America Medical Systems (TAMS) markets, sells, distributes and services radiology and cardiovascular systems, including CT, MR, ultrasound, X-ray and cardiovascular equipment, and coordinates clinical diagnostic imaging research for all modalities in the United States. For more information, visit the TAMS website at www.medical.toshiba.com.

About Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation

Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation is a leading worldwide provider of medical diagnostic imaging systems and comprehensive medical solutions, such as CT, X-ray and vascular, ultrasound, nuclear medicine and MRI systems, as well as information systems for medical institutions. Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation has been providing medical products for over 80 years. Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Toshiba.

About Toshiba

Toshiba is a world-leading diversified manufacturer, solutions provider and marketer of advanced electronic and electrical products and systems. Toshiba Group brings innovation and imagination to a wide range of businesses: digital products, including LCD TVs, notebook PCs, retail solutions and MFPs; electronic devices, including semiconductors, storage products and materials; industrial and social infrastructure systems, including power generation systems, smart community solutions, medical systems and escalators & elevators; and home appliances.

Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 550 consolidated companies, with 202,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing 6.1 trillion yen (US$74 billion). Visit Toshiba’s website at www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.