The present invention relates to recombinant DNA comprising DNA coding for
smooth-muscle-type myosin heavy chain SM1 isoform protein inserted into
vector DNA, a microorganism carrying the recombinant DNA, and an agent for
treatment of arteriosclerosis comprising the recombinant DNA. The
recombinant DNA of the present invention can be used effectively as an
agent for gene therapy of restenosis after PTCA treatment.