JOHNSON & JOHNSON — Proxy Solicitation & Information Statement 2010

Jul 13, 2010

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 14A

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Micrus Endovascular Corporation

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Johnson & Johnson

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The following presentation was delivered by representatives of Johnson & Johnson to employees of Micrus Endovascular Corporation on July 12, 2010.

Forward Looking Statements

This communication includes “forward-looking statements”, within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, including the risks to both companies that the acquisition of Micrus Endovascular Corporation will not be consummated, as the transaction is subject to certain closing conditions. All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the expected timing of the completion of the transaction; the ability to complete the transaction considering the various closing conditions; any projections of earnings, revenues or other financial items; any statements of the plans, strategies and objectives of management for future operations; any statements regarding product development, product extensions, product integration or product marketing; any statements of expectation or belief; any statements regarding general industry conditions and competition; any statements on trends toward healthcare cost containment; and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. In addition, if and when the transaction is consummated, there will be risks and uncertainties related to Johnson & Johnson’s ability to successfully integrate the products and employees of Johnson & Johnson and Micrus Endovascular Corporation as well as the ability to ensure continued performance or market growth of Micrus Endovascular Corporation’s products. These risks, uncertainties and other factors, and the general risks associated with the respective businesses of Johnson & Johnson and Micrus Endovascular Corporation described in the reports and other documents filed by each of them with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), could cause actual results to differ materially from those referred to in the forward-looking statements. For example, general business conditions, the impact of healthcare reform and any other changes to applicable governmental laws and regulations, the introduction of competing products or pricing changes by competitors could impact the performance of the companies. The ability to complete a transaction in a timely fashion, if at all, will depend on regulatory consents which can be time consuming to obtain and are often hard to predict. The reader is cautioned not to rely on these forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are based on information currently available to Johnson & Johnson and Micrus Endovascular Corporation and are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Neither Johnson & Johnson nor Micrus Endovascular Corporation undertakes to update any such forward-looking statements or other statements included in this communication.

Additional Information about the Proposed Transaction and Where to Find It

In connection with the proposed acquisition, Micrus Endovascular Corporation will file a definitive proxy statement and Micrus Endovascular Corporation and Johnson & Johnson will file other relevant materials with the SEC. Investors and security holders of Micrus Endovascular Corporation are urged to read the proxy statement and the other relevant materials when they become available before making any voting or investment decision with respect to the proposed acquisition because they will contain important information about the acquisition and the parties to the acquisition.

Investors and security holders may obtain a free copy of the proxy statement and other relevant materials when they become available and any other documents filed by Micrus Endovascular Corporation with the SEC, at the SEC’s web site at www.sec.gov. The proxy statement and such other documents may also be obtained for free from Micrus Endovascular Corporation by contacting Micrus Endovascular Corporation at: 408-433-1400 or 821 Fox Lane, San Jose, California 95131.

Johnson & Johnson, Micrus Endovascular Corporation and their respective directors, executive officers and other members of management and employees, under SEC rules, may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies of Micrus Endovascular Corporation stockholders in connection with the proposed acquisition. Investors and security holders may obtain more detailed information regarding the names, affiliations and interests of certain of Johnson & Johnson’s executive officers and directors in the solicitation by reading the proxy statement for Johnson & Johnson’s 2010 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, which was filed with the SEC on March 17, 2010, and the proxy statement relating to the acquisition and other relevant materials filed with the SEC when they become available. Investors and security holders may obtain more detailed information regarding the names, affiliations and interests of Micrus Endovascular Corporation’s executive officers and directors in the solicitation by reading the proxy statement for Micrus Endovascular Corporation’s 2009 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which was filed with the SEC on July 29, 2009, and the proxy statement relating to the acquisition and other relevant materials to be filed with the SEC when they become available. Certain executives and directors of Micrus Endovascular Corporation have interests in the proposed acquisition that may differ from the interests of stockholders generally, including benefits conferred under severance, retention and change of control arrangements and continuation of director and officer insurance and indemnification. These interests and any additional benefits in connection with the proposed acquisition will be described in the proxy statement when it becomes available.

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Our Credo We believe our first responsibility is to the doctors, nurses and patients, to mothers and fathers and all others who use our products and services. In meeting their needs everything we do must be of high quality. We must constantly strive to reduce our costs in order to maintain reasonable prices. Customers’ orders must be serviced promptly and accurately. Our suppliers and distributors must have an opportunity to make a fair profit. We are responsible to our employees, the men and women who work with us throughout the world. Everyone must be considered as an individual. We must respect their dignity and recognize their merit. They must have a sense of security in their jobs. Compensation must be fair and adequate, and working conditions clean, orderly and safe. We must be mindful of ways to help our employees fulfill their family responsibilities. Employees must feel free to make suggestions and complaints. There must be equal opportunity for employment, development and advancement for those qualified. We must provide competent management, and their actions must be just and ethical. We are responsible to the communities in which we live and work and to the world community as well. We must be good citizens – support good works and charities and bear our fair share of taxes. We must encourage civic improvements and better health and education. We must maintain in good order the property we are privileged to use, protecting the environment and natural resources. Our final responsibility is to our stockholders. Business must make a sound profit. We must experiment with new ideas. Research must be carried on, innovative programs developed and mistakes paid for. New equipment must be purchased, new facilities provided and new products launched. Reserves must be created to provide for adverse times. When we operate according to these principles, the stockholders should realize a fair return. Johnson&Johnson

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never stop moving™ Meaningful innovation that makes a difference Shared knowledge that advances understanding Caring touch that puts patients first

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CNV Strategic Framework Education to Expand Globally Innovation to Improve Patient Care Growth Strategies Evidence to Drive Adoption & Reimbursement Attain Leadership in Hemorrhagic Stroke Build Foundation in Ischemic Stroke Pioneer Minimally Invasive Therapies to Treat Stroke CNV Mission Leadership Imperatives Competitive Advantages ENTERPRISE Stent Platform Global Footprint & Alignment World-class Prof Ed Capabilities Codman: Total Neurosciences Approach

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